Regional Medical Director

American Psychiatric Association; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 233,000 - 373,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Psychiatric Association is seeking a Regional Medical Director to lead psychiatric and medical services across sites, ensuring high-quality care and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include provider leadership, staffing oversight, program development, and collaboration with executive leadership to advance patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Requirements include MD/DO/APN, active medical license, DEA, BLS/CPR, and leadership experience.

Qualifications

• MD, DO, or APN required with active medical license.
• DEA license required.
• BLS/CPR certification required.
• Leadership experience in a medical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to Medical and Psychiatric staff to ensure high-quality care.
• Conduct evaluations and treatments including medication management to ensure timely care.
• Collaborate with Executive Director, CMO, and Medical Leadership to drive program development.
• Oversee staffing and coverage to maintain consistent, high-quality care across sites.
• Serve as a clinical resource to treatment teams and improve care delivery practices.
• Drive quality improvements and new processes to enhance patient outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

EHR proficiency

Clinical decision-making

Education

MD/DO/APN

Active medical license in state of practice

DEA Certification

Job description

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.

Educational Requirement

• 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.
• Certifications (or ability to obtain):
• 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