Behavioral Health Medical Director

Job Description

Job Description

Psychiatric Medical Director – Behavioral Health & Substance Use Care

Location : Avondale, AZ

Employment Type : Full-Time | Direct Hire

Lead with Purpose. Drive Clinical Excellence. Transform Lives.

We are seeking a mission-driven Psychiatric Medical Director to provide visionary leadership at our dedicated behavioral health and substance use facility in Avondale, Arizona . This is a full-time, direct hire opportunity for a physician who is committed to advancing integrated psychiatric care and leading a high-performing clinical team.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee clinical operations and ensure excellence in patient care

Lead, mentor, and support a multidisciplinary team of medical professionals

Ensure regulatory compliance , including Title 36 , detox protocols, and involuntary holds

Participate in the development and oversight of individualized treatment plans

Provide direct psychiatric evaluations and ongoing care

Participate in on-call coverage (phone-based only)

Foster a positive, team-oriented culture grounded in quality and compassion

Maintain professional growth through CME and ongoing education

Qualifications

MD or DO with board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry

Active DEA license

Minimum 2 years of post-residency clinical practice

3+ years of leadership or medical director experience preferred

Strong understanding of Title 36 , medical detox , and involuntary psychiatric care

Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills

Passion for recovery-focused, trauma-informed care

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary : $255,537 – $309,200 / year (based on experience)

Phone-based on-call stipend + phone allowance

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

CME Allowance and Paid Time Off for CME

Relocation Assistance Package available

Robust PTO , 401(k) , and additional perks

Ongoing leadership development and career growth opportunities

Why Join Us?

Our facility is dedicated to serving individuals facing behavioral health and substance use challenges . As Medical Director, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of psychiatric care —bringing clinical excellence, empathy, and innovation to a mission-driven team making a lasting difference every day.

Interested? Let’s Connect!

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and goals, please reach out or apply today to discuss next steps.

Contact Information :

Josh McCoy

Adecco Medical & Science

Call : |  Text : 423-528-6053

Pay Details : $255,537.00 to $309,200.00 per year

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