Director of Outpatient Medical Services

Valley Cities; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Health Savings Account

Retirement plan

EAP

Paid time off

Job summary

Valley Cities is seeking a Director of Outpatient Medical Services in Federal Way, WA. The role leads medical and psychiatric services, ensuring quality care and regulatory compliance.

You will partner with CQI, senior management, and clinical staff to implement standards and drive strategic initiatives. The position requires leadership in outpatient behavioral health settings, board-certified psychiatry or equivalent, WA licensure, and DEA registration.

Qualifications

• ARNP license with prescriptive authority in Washington.
• MD or DO with board certification in psychiatry; active license in WA.
• Current DEA registration enabling opioid use-disorder treatment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational effectiveness of psychiatric and medical services.
• Provide clinical consultation to staff and programs as requested.
• Collaborate with CQI in policy development and quality improvement.

Skills

ARNP WA license

Leadership in healthcare

CQI knowledge

Policy & compliance

Education

MD/DO with psychiatry board

WA physician license

DEA registration

Job description

Position:Director of Outpatient Medical Services

Location: Federal Way Administration, WA

Job Id:937

# of Openings:0

Director of Outpatient Medical Services

SIGNING BONUS $5000

About Us:

Valley Cities has recently been selected to lead efforts in Washington State to become a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), reflecting compliance with stringent national standards in behavioral health care. This status enables broader service availability, improved integration of mental health and substance use treatment, enhanced crisis intervention capabilities, and ensures services are accessible to all, regardless of financial circumstances.

We are excited about the future ahead! We’re looking for people who want to make a real difference in behavioral health while growing alongside a mission‑driven team. Employees joining Valley Cities at this time will become part of an impactful organization dedicated to advancing community behavioral health, that is grounded in compassion, equity and community impact. Join us to make significant contributions during pivotal moments in the lives of others!

Role Overview:

The Director of Outpatient Medical Services is responsible for the oversight and coordination of medical services, working with management to ensure quality of services and adherence to relevant regulatory and clinical standards. The Director participates in strategic planning and implementation and represents the organization in external groups and meetings. Works in collaboration with senior management, the Clinical Quality Improvement (CQI) team and administrative staff in developing and maintaining high clinical standards and services. Participates with the senior leadership in strategic planning and implementation of organizational mission and goals. Performs liaison with professional organizations, resources, and other entities. Advises the Chief of Outpatient (COO) regarding the needs for and utilization of psychiatric consultation throughout the organization and advises in establishment and maintenance of quality psychiatric medical care. Works under the policy guidelines and procedural standards established for the agency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversight of the agency’s operational effectiveness of psychiatric and medical services.
• Maintain knowledge of clinical quality and trends and provide consultation for staff on current and new programming.
• In collaboration with other staff to ensure that quality improvement principles and practices are incorporated in all aspects of organizational functioning.
• Serve as advisor to the agency’s CQI Committee and contribute to organization and continuing committee functioning, as assigned by the COO.
• Assist the CQI Committee in the analysis of clinical issues and development of proposed agency wide clinical policy.
• Provide clinical consultation regarding client, staff and/or program issues to agency programs upon request of Directors and Managers.
• Meet regularly with the Chief of Outpatient, Directors and Psychiatrists regarding clinical policies, directions, and procedures.
• Practice and incorporate CQI and Management principles and performance standards in daily work activities.
• Ensure agency medical services are following all federal and state laws and regulations, laws governing the provision of psychiatric inpatient care, the Joint Commission on Accreditation, and Washington state professional standards of practice, Revised Code of Washington, Washington Administrative Code, and agency policies.
• Consult with accounting and the Chief Financial Officer to oversee budget development for all programs supervised, assuring they are contractually responsive and otherwise accountable.
• Use cost benefit analysis as a tool for decision making.
• Provides timely and accurate KPI and data reports
• Formulates budget based on appropriate workload indicators and anticipated revenues in conjunction with Finance Director
• Monitors and controls department costs to maintain expenditures within allocations.
• Review and analyze clinical activities and data to aid, planning, costing and risk management and to improve service utilization
• Monitors and controls site costs to maintain expenditures within allocations.

Human Resources Responsibilities

• Promote the recruitment, retention, development, and continuing education of all staff members and promote the agency’s mission.
• Work in compliance with profession and agency Codes of Ethics.
• Effectively manages employee conflicts, and builds and maintains a sense of teamwork among staff members
• Places high value on cultural competency and ensures that hiring reflects community demographics.

Qualifications, Education and Experience:

• Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) in Washington State with active prescriptive authority
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) with board certification in psychiatry, holding a current, unrestricted Washington State physician license; preferred
• Current DEA registration, including authority to prescribe controlled substances for opioid use disorder treatment
• Five years of senior level leadership in Outpatient Mental Health, preference given for prior experience as a Medical Director.
• Demonstrates a clear understanding of the principles of recovery
• Can illustrate documented, service-oriented experience that includes successful contacts with political representatives, community and business leaders, contributors, and public at large.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Evidence-Based Practices, including MI, EMDR, CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, PCIT.
• Experience working directly with clients in mental/behavioral health, social work, or medical settings.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of professionals and a diverse population.

Other:

• Pass required background checks/fingerprint check.
• TB test upon hiring.
• Dependable transportation.

Join our Team!

Be a part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference every day. Meaningful work, and comprehensive benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage available for employees and eligible family members and dependents
• Health Savings Account, $2,000 contribution annually, prorated monthly.
• Agency sponsored retirement plan, up to 6% employer contributions, and pre-tax/Roth available
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources
• Comprehensive paid time off, paid holidays, and extended sick leave options
• Access to Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
• Annual longevity bonuses
• Recognition programs and incentives
• Access to training, supervision, and consultation for professional certification and licensure
• Clinical supervision provided toward licensure, if applicable
• Paid training days and yearly training fund

We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Valley Cities is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment.

Valley Cities is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, reassign, compensate, and administer all personnel actions without regard to age, sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or medical condition including pregnancy. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Valley Cities also provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs or practices fully required by law. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources .