Physician / Psychiatry / Arizona / Permanent / Medical Director Psychiatry Job

Medical Director PsychiatryCompensation: $257K - $400K per yearJob Type: Full-time, outpatient-focused; leadership role with clinical and administrative responsibilities; on-call backup coverage as assignedA community-based healthcare organization is seeking a Medical Director of Psychiatry to join an integrated behavioral health team. This role combines direct patient care with clinical leadership, oversight, and program development in a mission-driven, multidisciplinary care setting serving underserved populations.Key Responsibilities:Provide high-quality psychiatric care in an outpatient, integrated care environmentLead, supervise, and support a team of psychiatric clinicians and staffCollaborate with clinical and executive leadership to improve patient outcomes, access, and operational efficiencyEnsure compliance with clinical policies, regulatory standards, and quality improvement initiativesParticipate in peer review, performance management, and clinician developmentSupport scheduling oversight to balance patient access and provider sustainabilityPromote evidence-based psychiatric practices and continuous learningServe as a clinical resource for complex cases, staff consultation, and interdisciplinary coordinationParticipate in committees, projects, and strategic initiatives as assignedMaintain after-hours backup availability per organizational policy