Medical Director - Psychiatrist

Medical Director – Psychiatrist

A mission-driven behavioral health organization in Vermont is seeking an experienced Psychiatrist to serve as Medical Director for its community-based mental health and substance use programs.

This is a full-time permanent direct hire position offering the opportunity to combine leadership responsibilities with direct patient care within a collaborative, patient-centered behavioral health environment.

The Medical Director will provide psychiatric leadership, clinical oversight, and direct patient care across behavioral health programs serving individuals with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders.

This role partners closely with executive leadership to support evidence-based treatment initiatives, strengthen clinical programming, and ensure high standards of psychiatric care throughout the organization.

• Provide leadership and supervision to psychiatrists, medical staff, and contracted providers
• Deliver direct psychiatric services including evaluations, medication management, and treatment planning
• Support and oversee medication-assisted treatment and substance use services
• Assist with development and implementation of clinical policies, protocols, and psychiatric programming
• Participate in quality assurance, peer review, utilization review, and risk management initiatives
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support coordinated patient care
• Provide consultation and guidance to clinical staff regarding psychiatric treatment best practices
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and documentation requirements
• Participate in leadership meetings and organizational planning initiatives
• Build collaborative relationships with healthcare providers and community partners
• Participate in on-call coverage as needed

• MD or DO degree required
• Completion of an accredited Psychiatry residency program
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
• Minimum of 3 years of Psychiatry experience preferred
• Prior community mental health experience strongly preferred
• Experience treating patients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders required
• Eligible for unrestricted Vermont medical licensure
• DEA eligibility required
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
• Experience with EMR systems and telehealth platforms preferred

• Salary up to $325,000 annually
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible scheduling options
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development assistance
• Employee assistance program

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a collaborative organization dedicated to improving access to compassionate, community-focused behavioral healthcare while enjoying the exceptional quality of life Vermont has to offer.

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