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Lancesoft INC

Remote - Director of Behavioral Health

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$88K - $138K/yr

The Remote Director of Behavioral Health leads the Behavioral Health Transfer Center, ensuring exceptional operational performance, timely service, and sound clinical judgment. This role requires a ...

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How much do director remote behavioral health jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for director remote behavioral health in the United States is $115,519.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,500.00 and $127,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Remote Behavioral Health vs Clinical Director?

AspectDirector Remote Behavioral HealthClinical Director
CredentialsMaster's or Doctoral in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling; licensure often requiredSimilar credentials; licensure in relevant clinical field typically required
Work EnvironmentRemote, telehealth platforms, healthcare organizationsIn-person or hybrid healthcare facilities, clinics, hospitals
Employer & IndustryBehavioral health agencies, telehealth companies, healthcare systemsHospitals, clinics, mental health facilities
Primary FocusOverseeing remote behavioral health programs, staff, and patient careManaging clinical teams, patient treatment plans, and service quality

The main difference is that the Director Remote Behavioral Health focuses on managing remote behavioral health services, often via telehealth, while the Clinical Director typically oversees in-person clinical operations. Both roles require similar credentials and work within healthcare settings, but their work environments and delivery methods differ.

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Infographic showing various Director Remote Behavioral Health job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,519 per year, or $55.5 per hour.

Behavioral Health Medical Director-Remote

TEEMA Group

Houston, TX • Remote

$137 - $145/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Behavioral Health Medical Director (Psychiatrist) – Remote

Remote | Temp-to-Perm | $137–$145/hr W2

A nationally recognized managed care organization is seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Medical Director for a fully remote temp-to-perm opportunity.

This role is ideal for a physician leader with strong psychiatry and managed care experience who can provide clinical oversight, utilization management support, and behavioral health leadership within a collaborative healthcare environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Provide behavioral health clinical oversight and leadership

  • Support Utilization Management (UM), Quality Management (QM), Case Management, and Disease Management programs

  • Conduct medical necessity reviews and peer-to-peer consultations

  • Collaborate with care management and executive leadership teams

  • Participate in quality improvement and operational initiatives

REQUIRED TO APPLY

Please only apply if you meet ALL of the following requirements:

  • MD (Doctor of Medicine)

  • Board Certified in Psychiatry REQUIRED

  • Active unrestricted U.S. medical license

  • Minimum 5 years of clinical practice experience

  • Minimum 5 years of medical management experience within managed care

  • Strong experience with:

    • Utilization Management (UM)

    • Quality Management (QM)

    • Case Management

    • Disease Management

  • U.S. Citizenship REQUIRED

  • Ability to obtain Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance

Preferred Experience

  • TRICARE experience

  • VA healthcare experience

  • Government healthcare plan experience

  • Medical Director leadership background

Compensation

  • $137–$145/hour W2

  • Full-time remote schedule

  • Temp-to-perm opportunity

Apply today for immediate consideration.