Medical Director- Child/Adolescent Psychologist
About The Position
Glenwood Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a full-time Medical Director to lead clinical services in Cincinnati, Ohio. The hospital provides inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services for adolescents ages 13–17 and adults ages 18 and older with mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders. The Medical Director provides clinical leadership and oversight for psychiatric services, promoting safe, effective, evidence-based care and strong clinical outcomes. The role works closely with hospital leadership, medical staff, and interdisciplinary teams on regulatory compliance, patient satisfaction, quality improvement, and strategic clinical initiatives. Duties also include direct patient care, staff supervision and development, operational and financial management, and serving as a liaison between medical staff and organizational leadership. The compensation range is $300,000–$400,000. The posting describes a comprehensive benefits package but does not list specific benefits.
Requirements
- Doctoral degree in Medicine (MD or DO).
- Board certification in Psychiatry.
- Current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state where the facility operates, or eligibility for an Ohio medical license.
- Current DEA credentials to prescribe controlled substances without restrictions and in accordance with state regulations.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Commitment to evidence-based psychiatric care and quality improvement.
Nice To Haves
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship training.
- Previous leadership or Medical Director experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall medical leadership and direction for behavioral health services.
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and treatment planning as needed.
- Oversee quality assurance, peer review, and clinical performance initiatives.
- Support and mentor physicians, nurse practitioners, and clinical staff.
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and accreditation standards.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to develop and implement strategic clinical initiatives.
- Participate in utilization review, risk management, and performance improvement activities.
- Promote patient safety, clinical excellence, and compassionate care.
- Serve as a clinical resource for multidisciplinary treatment teams.
- Manage the quality, efficiency, and delivery of services within the facility.
- Define clinical protocols and assist with decisions concerning patients’ medical and clinical care.
- Provide direct patient care and assist other departments with physician-staff interactions.
- Directly supervise professional clinical staff and administrative or support staff.
- Serve as a liaison between medical staff, other facility or organizational staff, and leadership.
- Monitor assigned staff for adherence to medical and clinical policies.
- Provide backup call coverage.
- Teach and support the training and development of personnel.
- Obtain patient histories and physical examinations; request diagnostic testing and clinical evaluations; prescribe medications and treatments.
- Manage behavioral or mental health problems and maintain current clinical medical records in accordance with regulations and organizational policies.
- Manage facility finances and revenue, including budgets, billing, and spending.
- Develop organizational goals and objectives and devise strategies and policies to meet them.
- Develop, approve, implement, and update facility policies, protocols, and procedures.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits are not listed.
- Collaborative multidisciplinary treatment environment.
- Supportive administrative and clinical teams.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
