Medical Director

Job Description

Job Title : Medical Director & Inpatient Psychiatrist

Location : Naples, Florida

Company : David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health

Job Type : Full-Time | Salaried / Exempt

Position Overview

David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health (DLC), a leading provider of integrated mental health and addiction recovery services in Southwest Florida, is seeking a visionary Medical Director & Inpatient Psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary team in beautiful Naples, Florida .

This is a full-time, salaried leadership position responsible for providing clinical oversight and direct psychiatric care within our Crisis Stabilization Unit , Detoxification Unit , and Adult Outpatient Medical Services . The role combines strategic medical leadership with hands-on patient care, supporting innovation in service delivery, quality improvement, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct psychiatric services, including psychiatric evaluations, medication management, medical orders, and participation in involuntary hearings.
• Deliver care primarily within our adult Crisis Stabilization Unit, with additional support provided to child crisis units as needed.
• Offer some coverage for adult outpatient services during regular weekday hours.
• Lead and mentor a team of psychiatric professionals, including PMHNPs, through clinical supervision, daily rounds, and protocol oversight.
• Participate in on-call, weekend, and holiday rotations (with enhanced compensation).
• Collaborate with executive leadership, clinical directors, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and refine psychiatric service lines.
• Drive innovation in treatment modalities, including support for emerging practices such as TMS and technology-enhanced care (e.g., AI, telepsychiatry).
• Support medical residency education and professional development programs.
• Represent DLC in partnerships with community agencies and stakeholders to strengthen integrated behavioral health delivery.

Qualifications

Required :

Physical Requirements

The role requires the ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout the workday, often across clinical settings. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and perform tasks requiring mobility, bending, and reaching.

Preferred :

Compensation & Benefits

Hiring Incentives Include :

About David Lawrence Centers

Founded in 1968, David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health is a not-for-profit organization committed to providing compassionate, comprehensive mental health and addiction recovery services. With a mission to restore and rebuild lives, DLC serves over 9,000 children and adults annually across multiple programs and service lines.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a CV and cover letter to : HERE

Join a dedicated team making a measurable difference in the lives of individuals and families in Southwest Florida.