Assistant Medical Director
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Overview
Job Description
Position Summary
The Assistant Medical Director will serve as a key clinical leader, primarily responsible for the professional development and clinical success of our medical staff. This role is designed for a leader who is passionate about education and mentorship, ensuring that all new Psychiatrists and Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) are thoroughly trained, clinically competent, and fully supported in providing high-quality psychiatric care.
Key Responsibilities
1. Provider Training & Onboarding
New Hire Curriculum: Design and lead the clinical onboarding process for all incoming Psychiatrists and APNs.
Clinical Mentorship: Act as the primary "on-call" resource for new providers to answer clinical questions, review complex cases, and offer guidance on prescribing practices.
Standard of Care: Ensure all providers understand and adhere to company-specific clinical protocols and evidence-based psychiatric practices.
2. Clinical Oversight & Quality Assurance
Service Excellence: Conduct regular chart audits and peer reviews to ensure providers are delivering the required level of service and documentation accuracy.
Availability: Maintain high availability during business hours to serve as a subject matter expert for the clinical team, resolving immediate obstacles to patient care.
Competency Assessment: Perform routine evaluations of provider performance, identifying areas for further training or professional growth.
3. Administrative & Operational Leadership
Protocol Development: Assist the Medical Director in creating and updating clinical guidelines, safety protocols, and operational workflows.
Compliance: Ensure all medical services meet state regulatory requirements, HIPAA standards, and internal quality benchmarks.
Collaborative Liaison: Work closely with the operations and administrative teams to streamline patient flow and improve the provider experience.
Qualifications
Education: MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
Certification: Board Certified in Psychiatry (Adult or Child/Adolescent).
Licensure: Valid and unrestricted Medical License in [State] and an active DEA registration.
Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of clinical practice in psychiatry. Previous experience in a supervisory, teaching, or leadership role is highly preferred.
Soft Skills: Exceptional communication skills, a "teacher’s heart," and the ability to provide constructive feedback in a supportive manner.
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