Behavioral Health Medical Director- Psychiatrist Virginia Medicaid

CareBridge; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Behavioral Health Medical Director to lead innovative healthcare initiatives. This hybrid role combines in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to oversee essential health services while ensuring quality and cost-effective care. You'll be instrumental in developing programs, conducting peer reviews, and representing the organization externally. If you're passionate about improving healthcare outcomes and have extensive clinical experience, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must possess an active unrestricted medical license.
• 10+ years of clinical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee physical and behavioral health services.
• Conduct peer reviews and support clinicians.
• Lead initiatives to improve healthcare quality.

Skills

Clinical Leadership

Policy Development

Quality Improvement

Clinical Consultation

Education

MD or DO with Board Certification

Job description

Behavioral Health Medical Director - Psychiatrist Virginia Medicaid

Join CareBridge as a Behavioral Health Medical Director - Psychiatrist for Virginia Medicaid.

Position Overview

This hybrid role requires in-office presence 3 days per week to foster collaboration, with flexibility for remote work. The position involves overseeing physical and behavioral health services, ensuring cost-effective and quality care, developing programs, and providing clinical consultation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support clinicians for timely responses to members and providers.
2. Conduct peer reviews and discuss patient visits with providers.
3. Serve as a resource and represent the company externally if needed.
4. Interpret and develop medical policies and guidelines.
5. Lead initiatives to improve healthcare quality, cost, and outcomes.
6. Identify opportunities for innovation in clinical practices.

Minimum Requirements

• MD or DO with Board certification (ABMS or AOA).
• Active unrestricted medical license.
• Minimum 10 years of clinical experience; 5 years for certain organizations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Virginia medical license and residency preferred.
• Child and Adolescent certification and experience preferred.
• Experience with Substance Use Disorders and Treatment.

Additional Information

Elevance Health values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be within 50 miles of a relevant location and adhere to vaccination policies. For inquiries, contact [e-mail].