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FCS, Inc.

Medical Director Physician

Altoona, PA · Hybrid

Psychiatrist Medical Director Altoona, PA Psychiatric Medical Director needed for an establish Organization! TELEHEALTH offered & SIGN ON BONUS! - 100% OP, Treating children and adults. - M-F ...

FCS, Inc.

Medical Director Physician

Indiana, PA

Psychiatrist Medical Director Indiana, PA Psychiatric Medical Director needed for an establish Organization! TELEHEALTH offered & SIGN ON BONUS! - 100% OP, Treating children and adults. - M-F ...

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How much do psychiatric medical director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for psychiatric medical director in the United States is $111,406.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,500.00 and $131,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a psychiatric medical director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Psychiatric Medical Director, you need board certification in psychiatry, extensive clinical experience, and leadership or management training. Familiarity with electronic health records, telepsychiatry platforms, and regulatory compliance systems is typically required, along with state medical licensure. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and team leadership skills help foster collaboration and drive organizational goals. These competencies ensure effective oversight of psychiatric services, high-quality patient care, and regulatory adherence in mental health settings.

What is a psychiatric medical director?

A Psychiatric Medical Director is a senior physician responsible for overseeing the clinical and administrative aspects of psychiatric services within a healthcare organization. They supervise psychiatric staff, develop treatment protocols, ensure compliance with regulations, and often participate in direct patient care. This role combines leadership, management, and clinical expertise to improve mental health outcomes and maintain high standards of care. Psychiatric Medical Directors also collaborate with other medical professionals, train staff, and may be involved in program development and quality improvement initiatives.

How does a psychiatric medical director collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a healthcare setting?

A Psychiatric Medical Director plays a key leadership role in coordinating care across various disciplines, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, nurses, and primary care providers. They facilitate regular team meetings to discuss patient cases, ensure adherence to best practices, and integrate input from all team members to create comprehensive treatment plans. This collaborative approach not only enhances patient outcomes but also supports a culture of continuous learning and professional development among staff. Effective communication and conflict resolution skills are essential in this role to foster teamwork and maintain a positive work environment.

What is the difference between Psychiatric Medical Director vs Psychiatrist?

AspectPsychiatric Medical DirectorPsychiatrist
CredentialsMedical degree, board certification in psychiatry, medical licenseMedical degree, board certification in psychiatry, medical license
Work EnvironmentAdministrative leadership in healthcare facilities, overseeing clinical staffClinical practice, patient diagnosis, and treatment
Employer & IndustryHospitals, clinics, mental health organizationsPrivate practices, hospitals, clinics
Primary FocusLeadership, program development, policy implementationPatient care, diagnosis, medication management

The main difference is that a Psychiatric Medical Director focuses on administrative leadership and overseeing mental health services, while a Psychiatrist primarily provides direct patient care and treatment. Both roles require similar credentials, but their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Psychiatric Medical Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,406 per year, or $53.6 per hour.

Psychiatric Medical Director

COMPREHENSIVE HEALTHCARE

Yakima, WA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Who is Comprehensive Healthcare?
Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services.
What are we looking for in a Medical Director

Provides supervision, consultation and leadership to promote the delivery of clinical services which meet high standards for quality and effectiveness. Provides support to the Chief Medical Officer as requested. Provides medical care in accordance with specialty and client needs and clinical direction to staff. The care and direction is provided as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in the context of medical, moral, professional, ethical and legal matters within the policy and guidelines.

Medical Director duties may include:

Clinical Supervision

  • Conducts and documents on-going clinical supervision consistent with Comprehensive Healthcare’s policies and procedures, and consistent with the requirements for the supervised employee’s professional credentials.
  • Assesses clinical skills, gives constructive feedback, and provides (or arranges for) training and coaching to promote the development of technical skills, therapeutic approaches, and strength-based interventions appropriate for the client population served.
  • Creates a continuing education plan and designs and tracks learning objectives to support new skill development
  • consistent with job requirements.

Leadership

  • Provides direction, supervision, coaching, training and regular performance feedback to build employee skills and support progress toward goals.
  • Creates training and development plans to support new employees to be successful.
  • Assists with the development of the team budget and monitors budget throughout the year.
  • Monitors program plan adherence to ensure quality service delivery.
  • Collaborates with the Human Resources Department on hiring, retention and corrective actions.
  • Communicates relevant matters to direct reports timely and effectively.
  • Initiates and maintains projects or programs consistent with policy.

Employment Practices

  • Effectively and legally interviews applicants and makes appropriate staff selections.
  • Follows policies and procedures for corrective action relating to staff performance.
  • Provides sound supervision to all direct reports which include appropriate and frequent performance feedback.
  • Supports employees in skill development and goal attainment.
  • Completes performance evaluations in a timely and thorough manner.
  • Appropriately utilizes the Human Resources Department as needed and required.

  • Provides assistance in the development, implementation and oversight of the execution of critical clinical procedures. Assists in developing protocols for and provides consultation to staff as required. Provides input to enhance the function of quality assurance and utilization review activities.

  • Promotes culturally competent and accessible services for all clients. Develops and implements plans to achieve cultural competence and effective access when indicators point to problems.

  • Serves as primary liaison to the medical communities as requested. Assists in developing new programs and mental health services that are responsive to client/community needs, clinically effective and financially viable

  • Assists in the identification of opportunities for program improvement or growth, defines potential strategies for consideration and assists in the development of approved programs and strategies.

  • Assists in monitoring and evaluating clinical effectiveness of services against established outcome or performance indicators (agency, contractual, regulatory, etc.). Supports the development and implementation of clinical pathways and use of evidence-based practices for services to ensure most effective and cost-effective clinical practices.

  • Participates in developing and implementing agency, clinical and administrative policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

  • Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy and five years of experience in administration of community mental health services, including management of physicians, nurses and other mental health professionals.

  • Washington State Physician and Surgeon License, Board Certification in applicable specialty such as Psychiatry, Family Practice, Internal Medicine, etc. and Federal DEA Certification.

  • Credentialing requirements (e.g., state license/credential, NPI registration, DEA, peer certification, etc.): MD or DO active at start date, Board certified and active at start date, DEA certificate active at start date, NPI registration.


What Comprehensive Healthcare Can Offer You 
Training and Development

  • A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion
  • Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs
  • Clinical supervision toward licensure, if applicable

Innovative Program & Services

  • A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment 
  • Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment
  • Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement
  • Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services

Excellent Benefits

  • Competitive salaries within our communities and industry
  • Healthcare coverage for employee and qualified family members
  • Generous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policies
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program services
  • Agency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensation
  • Additional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensation
  • Agency-funded life and disability insurance program 
  • Financial incentives to further employee education

Comprehensive Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value the diverse perspectives and strengths that our employees bring to the workplace and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for our positions. The Human Resources department offers accommodations and assistance for the application and interview process; please contact us to make arrangements. 

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