Medical Director

Medix™; Colorado; Remote; USD 243,300 - 294,300; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Medical Director to provide strategic leadership in behavioral health. This remote position involves supervising clinical teams and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. Candidates should have an MD or DO, a strong background in behavioral health, and over 7 years of relevant experience. This role offers significant impact and a flexible work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant clinical and leadership experience in behavioral health.
• Strong background in crisis services or integrated care.
• Ability to drive implementation of evidence-based practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise prescribing teams for high-quality care.
• Ensure compliance with behavioral health regulatory standards.
• Support technology integration for efficient clinical workflows.

Skills

Leadership in clinical settings

Evidence-based practices

Collaboration across departments

Compassionate leadership

Education

MD or DO with unrestricted Colorado medical license

Job description

Medical Director (Remote – Occasional Travel to Denver, CO)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm MST

Location: Fully remote with minimal travel (once per quarter, occasionally monthly)

Base pay range: $243,300.00/yr - $294,300.00/yr

Overview

We’re seeking an experienced Medical Director to provide strategic and clinical leadership across behavioral health programs. This role oversees psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and clinical leaders to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise prescribing and clinical leadership teams.
• Drive implementation of evidence-based practices including MAT, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction.
• Oversee medical evaluations, admissions, and quality reviews.
• Ensure compliance with behavioral health and state regulatory standards.
• Collaborate across departments to align medical services with organizational strategy.
• Support technology and EHR integration for efficient clinical workflows.

Qualifications

• MD or DO with unrestricted (or eligible) Colorado medical license.
• 7+ years of relevant clinical and leadership experience.
• Strong background in behavioral health, crisis services, or integrated care.
• Compassionate, collaborative, and team-oriented leadership style.

Why Join

This remote leadership opportunity offers the ability to make a meaningful impact in behavioral health innovation while maintaining flexibility and work–life balance.