Psychiatrist Medical Director

NBSTSA; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME support

Relocation assistance

PTO 264 hours

401K with company match

Malpractice tail coverage

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Providence Alaska Medical Center in Anchorage, Alaska, is seeking a full-time Behavioral Health Psychiatrist Medical Director to join the inpatient psychiatric team. The role splits 0.5 FTE of medical director duties with 0.5 FTE of clinical duties, providing leadership while maintaining hands-on patient care.

The position emphasizes regulatory compliance, department policy development, and collaboration with hospital leadership to advance strategic goals and high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited institution.
• Board certification in a recognized specialty.
• Active Alaska physician license and Federal DEA number.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery and quality of medical services in behavioral health.
• Lead medical staff in adherence to bylaws and regulations.
• Represent the department in hospital committees and CME activities.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical supervision

Medical documentation

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

MD/DO

Board Certification

Alaska medical license

Job description

1.0 FTE split between 0.5 FTE clinical duties and 0.5 FTE director duties | Providence Alaska Medical Center | Full benefits & competitive compensation

Job Summary:

Providence Alaska Medical Center has an opportunity available for full-time Behavioral Health Psychiatrist Medical Director to join its well-established psychiatric inpatient team in Anchorage, Alaska

The role is split evenly between clinical and medical director duties. As such, this is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing medical services to ensure high-quality patient care and regulatory compliance. This role also involves collaboration with hospital administration and community programs to support strategic and operational goals.

This is an opportunity to be part of the leadership team of one of the strongest and largest mission-driven medical organizations in the U.S. while enjoying a healthy work/life balance while serving patients from all across the beautiful state of Alaska.

Core Competencies:

• Oversee and assist in the delivery and quality of medical services providing supervision and evaluating the provisions of medical services, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of patient care in compliance with the bylaws, rules, and regulations of the Medical Staff.

• Complete and maintain accurate records, forms, and reports as required by the Hospital and the Medical Staff.

• Represent the medical department in hospital committees and attend medical conferences or CME sessions as mandated, with costs covered by the administration.

• Develop, implement, and provide consultation for departmental policies, clinical protocols, and ensure compliance with medical staff bylaws, accreditation standards, and legal regulations.

• Provide strategic guidance and facilitate communication among the Department, Medical Staff, Hospital Administration and other relevant Hospital departments on the department's development, management, financial planning, and quality assurance programs.

• Foster a culture of excellence in education by managing and accessing educational programs for physicians and professional staff and providing supervision and evaluating the teaching of physicians and non-physician professionals within the Departments.

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all departmental service records as required by regulatory bodies.

• Maintain a cooperative and collaborative working relationship with peers, staff, and Community Based Programs Administration to promote a seamless healthcare delivery experience.

Clinical & Director Responsibilities:

0.5 FTE dedicated to Medical Director duties, and 0.5 FTE dedicated towards inpatient clinical duties

• Supervise and evaluate the delivery of medical services within the behavioral health line, ensuring high standards of care.

• Support the efficient operation of the facility, following any department-specific directives.

• Offer guidance on the development, management, and financial planning of the department to PMAC and Community Based Programs Administration.

• Ensure operations adhere to Medical Staff Bylaws, Providence directives, Joint Commission standards, relevant professional societies' standards, and all pertinent laws and regulations, while upholding the mission and values of Providence Health & Services and the Roman Catholic moral tradition.

• Work as a core member of a multi-disciplinary and collaborative team that includes therapists, psychologists, primary care providers, nurses, dedicated case management staff, pharmacists and substance abuse specialists.

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, interview patients, review medical histories, and assess mental status to determine diagnoses.

• Develop treatment plans and individualized care plans based on psychiatric assessments, often involving medication, therapy, and safety protocols.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

• $5,000 and up to 80 hours towards CME

• 264 hours of PTO

• Up to $25,000 in relocation support available

• 401K with company matching

• Malpractice insurance and Tail Coverage

• FMLA / Short-Long Disability

• Providence is a non-profit organization that qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Medical degree from an accredited institution and a valid medical license

• Board certification in a recognized specialty and experience in a medical leadership role

• Licensure as a physician in the State of Alaska with a Federal DEA number

• 2 to 5 years of clinical experience is required

• Strong Leadership skills with a proven ability to manage multidisciplinary teams

• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

• Must have proficient writing and grammar skills

The responsibilities and duties outlined in this job description are intended to provide a general overview of the role and do not represent a comprehensive or exhaustive list. The position may require additional tasks, responsibilities, qualifications, or projects as assigned.

Where You'll Work

With 401 beds, more than 1,100 nurses and more than 800 doctors, Providence Alaska Medical Center is the largest and most comprehensive hospital in the state and the only one with a dedicated Children's Hospital. A nationally recognized Level II trauma center, this hospital features heart and cancer centers, Alaska's largest emergency department with LifeMed Alaska air ambulance transport, full diagnostic, rehabilitation and surgical services, and inpatient and outpatient mental health and substance abuse recovery services for adults and children.

Where You'll Live

Anchorage is a modern American city surrounded by spectacular scenery and endless outdoor recreation opportunities. Within city limits are hundreds of miles of trails for hiking, biking and skiing, a ski resort, golf courses, major dogsled race starts, and several peaks of the hugely popular Chugach Mountains. With shopping malls, world-class restaurants, brewpubs, two universities, a sports arena and a performing arts center, Anchorage blends city living with the wilderness of the great outdoors.

Who You'll Work For

Providence is a nationally recognized, comprehensive healthcare organization spanning seven states with a universal mission — to provide compassionate care to all who need its services, especially the poor and vulnerable. Its 122,000-plus caregivers/employees (including 34,000 physicians) serve in 51 hospitals, more than 1,000 clinics and a comprehensive range of health and social services. Providence: One name, one family, one extraordinary health system.

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran

Job ID Number: 29780