Medical Director / Psychiatrist - BJ Roberts Behavioral Health Center

Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board•Hampton, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Medical Director - Psychiatrist Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with on-call responsibilities Salary: Commensurate with knowledge and experience Join our Team The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board (H-NNCSB) invites qualified psychiatrists to apply for the Medical Director position at the BJ Roberts Behavioral Health Center, a 16-bed adult in-patient crisis unit. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on individuals living with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders. You will work in a collaborative, on-site environment that prioritizes patient safety, quality care, and professional excellence while supporting a healthy work-life balance. Our story Since 1971, the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board has provided the highest quality of behavioral health services to residents of the cities of Hampton and Newport News, Virginia, offering a comprehensive array of programs for both children and adults living with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and/or substance use disorders. About the Role As Medical Director, you will provide comprehensive psychiatric care.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree with a specialty in Psychiatry
Current, valid license to practice psychiatry in the Commonwealth of Virginia, including Virginia Controlled Substance Registration and active DEA registration
Board certification in Psychiatry
Clinical and/or hospital-based experience serving individuals with mental illness
comprehensive knowledge of psychiatric and medical management principles, particularly in the treatment of individuals with serious mental illness
strong understanding of psychotropic medications and their therapeutic applications
working knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and legal procedures governing mental health treatment
proficiency in crisis intervention, assessment, and the treatment of mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders
excellent communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and complex clinical documentation while maintaining accurate and confidential records
The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.

Responsibilities

conducting psychiatric evaluations
diagnosing mental health conditions
developing individualized treatment recommendations
collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on hospital admissions and discharge planning
participate in case consultations