Psychiatrist - Regional Medical Director

The Emily Program; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 233,000 - 373,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off / holidays

Job summary

The Emily Program in Seattle seeks a Regional Medical Director to oversee psychiatric and medical services across the region, working with the CMO and Medical Leadership to ensure high-quality, compliant care. This leader coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to deliver evidence-based services and drive regional care delivery improvements.

Responsibilities include leading medical and psychiatric staff, shaping regional care models, and ensuring staffing and operational efficiency

Qualifications

• Educational requirement: MD, DO, or APN.
• Active/state medical licensure in the practice state.
• DEA certification and BLS/CPR required.
• CPI Blue Card if working in the Southeast Region.

Responsibilities

• Oversee psychiatric and medical services across the region.
• Collaborate with CMO and Medical Leadership to shape care models.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and high-quality patient care.
• Lead and mentor medical and psychiatric staff across sites.
• Drive program development and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and insurers for seamless care.

Skills

Leadership experience

Regulatory compliance

Clinical leadership

EHR proficiency

Education

MD, DO, or APN

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Our vision is a world of peaceful relationships with food, weight, and body image, where everyone with an eating disorder can experience recovery. We believe that exceptional, individualized care leads to lasting recovery from eating disorders. That's why our teams are comprised of compassionate, dedicated professionals from a variety of backgrounds who collaborate to provide the very best evidence-based care for our clients at all levels of care.

Position Overview

The Regional Medical Director plays a critical role in overseeing psychiatric and medical services across their designated region, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and regulatory compliance. This leader will coordinate closely with internal and external stakeholders, including medical staff, the SRD, site leaders, referral sources, and insurers, to deliver seamless and effective healthcare services. As an integral member of the Medical Leadership team, the Regional Medical Director works collaboratively with the CMO and other executives, serving as a key resource for both medical and behavioral health teams, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. In partnership with the CMO, the Regional Medical Director actively shapes regional care delivery models, monitors care standards, and supports continuous quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes. This position requires a strategic leader with strong clinical insight and the ability to implement best practices and innovative solutions across a multidisciplinary team.

Schedule

• Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm along with on-call duties

Compensation Disclosure

• Regional Medical Director Starting Salaried Range: $232,870.00- $372,570.00

Final Compensation offered will be within pay range based on qualifications/experience met for the position

How The Regional Medical Director Empowers Recovery

• Ensure all clients receive comprehensive psychiatric and medical services tailored to their individual needs and aligned with standards set by the APA, REDC, regulatory agencies, and insurers.
• Provide leadership and support to all Medical and Psychiatric staff, fostering an environment of mentorship and collaboration. Implement systems to ensure providers have access to specialty-specific leadership resources.
• Conduct evaluations, diagnostics, and treatments, including medication management and other interventions as appropriate, to ensure clients receive timely and effective care.
• Actively participate in regional leadership initiatives, working to align services with the organization’s goals and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director, CMO, and Medical Leadership teams to spearhead program development and strategic initiatives that enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
• Operational Oversight: In partnership with the CMO, ensure appropriate staffing, adequate coverage, and streamlined processes to maintain consistent, high-quality care across sites.
• Serve as a clinical resource to treatment teams, offering expertise and guidance on best practices to support high-quality patient care.
• Drive care quality through the development and implementation of new practices and processes that enhance service delivery, staff efficiency, and patient outcomes.
• Carry out other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Educational Requirement: MD, DO, or APN required.
• Licensure: Active and unrestricted medical license in the state of practice.
• DEA Certification: Current and unrestricted DEA license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS)/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI Blue Card) if working at sites in the Southeast Region

Other Qualifications

• History of leadership in a medical setting
• Competency with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

What We Offer

Employee Benefits: We understand the importance of a well-rounded benefits package. That’s why we’re dedicated to providing a range of plans to meet your needs.

For Full-time Employees, We Offer

• HSA and PPO insurance with HSA or FSA options (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
• Dental insurance (Delta Dental)
• Vision insurance (EyeMed)
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) plan available two months after start date
• Company 401(k) matching for up to 50% of your contribution, up to 6% of your compensation

Paid time off is a crucial part of maintaining work and life balance. Our generous PTO plan accrues annually and begins with your first whole pay period. Eligible employees enjoy seven paid holidays and one floating holiday in addition to their regular PTO.