Medical Director, Outpatient Behavioral Health Leader

La Frontera EMPACT - Suicide Prevention Center; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

10 paid holidays per year

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

403(b) retirement plan

Retirement allowance

Life/AD&D and Long Term Disability

Voluntary Life and Short-term DI

Tuition Reimbursement

Licensure Reimbursement

Elder Care Assistance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

EMPACT-SPC, part of La Frontera Arizona, seeks a Medical Director to supervise outpatient clinical programs and provide clinical oversight for physicians, psychiatrists, and contract staff. You will ensure evidence-based care, guide treatment procedures, and align services with program requirements.

This leadership role requires Arizona medical licensure, completion of psychiatry residency, DEA registration, and at least five years in psychiatric settings with management experience.

Qualifications

• Valid medical license to practice in Arizona.
• Completion of Psychiatry Residency Training and DEA registration.
• Minimum five years of psychiatric experience in emergency, clinic, or mental health settings.
• Eligible for credentialing by state and RBHA programs.
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day operations of outpatient clinical programs and monitor productivity.
• Provide clinical supervision of staff and ensure a positive work environment.
• Oversee policies, documentation, and quality assurance for program services.
• Develop and manage department budget with finance for cost efficiency.
• Engage in community outreach, program development, and contract management.

Skills

Medical license

DEA registration

Psychiatry residency

Leadership

Quality improvement

Crisis intervention

Education

Psychiatry residency training

Job description

EMPACT-SPC, part of La Frontera Arizona, seeks a Medical Director to supervise outpatient clinical programs and provide clinical oversight for physicians, psychiatrists, and contract staff. You will ensure evidence-based care, guide treatment procedures, and align services with program requirements.

This leadership role requires Arizona medical licensure, completion of psychiatry residency, DEA registration, and at least five years in psychiatric settings with management experience.