Job Description
Florida Health Care Plans (FHCP) is seeking an experienced Board-Certified Psychiatrist to serve as Medical Director of Behavioral Health in a dual clinical and leadership role within our growing outpatient psychiatry department!
This position offers a balanced mix of patient care and administrative responsibilities, providing an opportunity to shape the future of mental health services while maintaining a fulfilling clinical practice.
Practice Highlights :
- Leadership & Clinical Balance – Spend 80% of your time in direct patient care and 20% in administrative oversight.
- Outpatient Only – No inpatient responsibilities, allowing for an optimal work-life balance.
- Flexible Schedule – Set office hours with limited, telephone-only call.
- Team-Based Approach – Work alongside a highly collaborative team, including psychiatrists, PMHNPs, LCSWs, LMHCs, crisis intervention teams, and addiction services professionals.
- Comprehensive Behavioral Health Services – Lead a department that provides individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and substance abuse treatment, including a Suboxone clinic for addiction management.
- Multi-Site Leadership – Provide oversight and guidance across six FHCP behavioral health locations.
Leadership Responsibilities :
Provider Oversight – Supervise, mentor, and support behavioral health clinicians to ensure exceptional patient care.Clinical Standards & Quality Improvement – Develop policies, practice standards, and process improvements to enhance patient outcomes.Interdepartmental Collaboration – Work closely with the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and leadership teams to expand and enhance mental health services.Staff Training & Development – Oversee ongoing training, utilization review, and peer review for providers.Patient Access & Scheduling – Partner with the Behavioral Health Practice Manager to optimize patient scheduling and provider caseload management.Departmental Meetings – Conduct regular provider and staff meetings to foster collaboration and communication.Compensation & Benefits :
Competitive Salary – Designed to recognize leadership and clinical expertise.Annual Bonus Opportunities – Based on performance and departmental success.Health Benefits – Company-paid HMO health coverage for provider and eligible dependents.Retirement Plan – 401(K) tax-deferred plan.Malpractice Insurance – Fully covered with tail coverage.Paid Time Off – Generous leave policy for a balanced lifestyle.CME Support – Stipend provided for continued education and professional development.Licenses & Fees – Reimbursement for medical licenses, professional dues, and certifications.Travel Reimbursement – Mileage compensation for required travel between FHCP behavioral health sites.Qualifications :
MD / DO – Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Psychiatrist.Licensure – Current Florida medical license or ability to obtain.Leadership Experience – Previous experience in a medical director or leadership role preferred.Why Daytona Beach?
Coastal Living – Enjoy miles of white-sand beaches, warm weather year-round, and breathtaking oceanfront views.Outdoor Recreation – Access to boating, fishing, golf courses, and scenic nature trails.Entertainment & Culture – Home to the Daytona International Speedway, vibrant arts scene, and live music festivals.Proximity to Major Cities – A short drive to Orlando and Jacksonville for world-class entertainment, theme parks, and international airports.Affordable Cost of Living – Florida has no state income tax, and the Daytona Beach area offers affordable housing and a lower cost of living compared to many metropolitan areas.Take the Next Step!
If you're looking for a leadership role with a well-established, physician-led organization that values innovation and high-quality behavioral health care, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!
Apply today to join FHCP as the next Medical Director, Behavioral Health in Daytona Beach, Florida!
