Psychiatrist and Medical Director MD/DO

PeaceHealth; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 316,000 - 386,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Loan Reimbursement & CME Allowance

Clinician Wellness Benefits

Job summary

PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center in Longview, WA is seeking a Physician (MD/DO) to serve as Psychiatrist and Medical Director for Behavioral Health Services.

The role provides strategic clinical leadership over inpatient and outpatient programs, with a 0.8 FTE clinical appointment and 0.2 FTE Medical Director responsibilities. The team includes 5 psychiatrists and several clinicians; relocation assistance, loan reimbursement, CME allowance, and comprehensive benefits are offered to support

Qualifications

• Board Certified in Psychiatry.
• Leadership experience to guide clinical teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and clinical leadership for Behavioral Health Services.
• Foster physician engagement, mentorship, and a collaborative culture.
• Partner with operational, nursing, and physician leaders to advance care standards.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and retention efforts.

Skills

Leadership experience

Education

Board Certified in Psychiatry

Job description

Description

#139229 - Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatrist/Medical Director | Southwest WA

MEDICAL DIRECTOR

As Medical Director of Behavioral Health Services, you will provide strategic and clinical leadership for a high‑performing team supported by a robust leadership infrastructure. You will:

• Lead clinical quality, safety, efficiency, and service excellence across hospital and ambulatory programs
• Foster physician engagement, mentorship, and a collaborative, high‑trust culture
• Partner closely with operational, nursing, and physician leaders to advance care standards and system‑wide improvement initiatives
• Contribute to program strategy, growth, and financial performance
• Play an active role in recruitment, onboarding, and retention
• 0.8 FTE Clinical, 0.2 FTE Medical Director

Leadership Support & Structure

• Reports directly to the Medical Center Chief Medical Officer (CMO)

CLINICAL PRACTICE

• Integrated physician-led medical group.
• Team of 5 psychiatrists, 3 Nurse Practitioners, and multiple Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Nurses and ancillary staff.
• Partner with existing team members to provide outpatient, inpatient, and consult‑liaison services – keep your psychiatric skills sharp in all settings
• Outpatient services are provided on a separate behavioral health campus 1 mile from the hospital
• At the hospital, treat both voluntary and involuntary patients ages 18 and over with acute psychiatric and behavioral disturbances requiring the safety of a locked 22 bed unit, and consultation and liaison services throughout the hospital

Also provided:

• Opioid detoxification and treatment through a buprenorphine (suboxone) program
• Esketamine treatments
• Opportunity to restart Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS & BALANCE

First Year Salary $350,962.56 plus starting bonus

Concierge Relocation Assistance to the Pacific Northwest

Retirement plans, Education Loan Reimbursement & CME Allowance

Clinician Wellness Benefits – Physician Led for a Better Balance

Comprehensive Medical/dental/vision/disability/life/wellness coverage

Mentorship, Clinician Education, Leadership Development & Coaching

Watch Dr. Rachel Bishop's Story and see why clinician wellbeing and balance matters.

LONGVIEW WASHINGTON

Longview and neighboring Kelso sit at the confluence of the Columbia and Cowlitz Rivers in Southwest Washington, offering affordable living, a strong sense of community, and quick access to Portland, the Oregon Coast, and Mount St. Helens. The area is known for its riverside parks, fishing, and a welcoming small‑city feel that makes it an ideal home for clinicians seeking balance. Our medical team lives throughout Cowlitz and Clark Counties Washington.

PEACEHEALTH ST. JOHN MEDICAL CENTER

PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center serves Cowlitz County with a comprehensive range of services including emergency care, trauma treatment, cardiac services, behavioral health, orthopedics, cancer care, birthing services, and women's health. As the region's primary hospital, St. John is a cornerstone of care for the communities along the Columbia River in southern Washington. Learn more here.

ABOUT PEACEHEALTH

See how PeaceHealth approaches whole-person, community care.

PeaceHealth is a non‑profit health system serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon & Alaska. Approximately 16,000 caregivers, 1,200 physicians and clinicians serve across 9 regional medical centers and approx. 200 community clinics. The values of Respect and Social Justice unite us in our Mission to provide compassionate care to our communities. At PeaceHealth, we're committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity, and Cultural Humility.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Board Certified in Psychiatry
• Leadership experience

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