Valeo Resources has partnered with a non-profit hospital organization. We are currently seeking candidates for a full-time Behavioral Health Program Medical Director to join the team in Rancho Mirage, CA ! This leadership role offers the chance to guide a multidisciplinary team, shape strategic behavioral health initiatives, and directly impact care delivery for underserved populations. If you're passionate about clinical excellence, health equity, and systems-level innovation, we'd love to connect with you.
Position : Behavioral Health Program Medical Director
Location : Rancho Mirage, CA
Schedule : M-F, day shifts (Full time - W2)
Department : Behavioral Health Services
Reports To : Chief Medical Officer / Executive Director
FLSA Status : Exempt
Key Responsibilities
- Meet regularly with operations, administrative staff, and leadership to address program issues and share clinical perspectives.
- Partner with the clinic manager to set meeting agendas, lead provider meetings, and oversee clinic operations.
- Hold regular one-on-one meetings with physicians and APPs to review data, set goals, and provide feedback.
- Manage provider schedules to ensure adequate staffing.
- Oversee clinic quality, productivity, teamwork, and adherence to service excellence standards.
- Lead or support quality improvement projects and ensure timely submission of data.
- Contribute to program budgeting, strategic planning, and business growth initiatives.
- Collaborate with billing on compliance, coding, and provider education.
- Support physician evaluations, professional development, and, when needed, disciplinary actions.
- Foster positive morale, a learning environment, and high-quality patient care.
- Review patient service records for quality assurance.
- Attend compliance training annually.
Qualifications :
MD or DO from an accredited institution.Board-certified in Psychiatry.Active and unrestricted medical license in the state of [State].Minimum 5 years of clinical experience in behavioral health, with at least 2 years in a leadership or administrative role.Demonstrated experience in quality improvement, program development, and interdisciplinary team collaboration.Please send your resume to Emma at emma@valeoresources.comto learn more about the position and interview process!