Maryland Inpatient BHU Medical Director - Adult Psych Unit

Company: Mindoula Health
Location: Upper Marlboro
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Lead Our Psychiatric Care Team as the Adult Psychiatrist & Inpatient BHU Medical Director

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Location: University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center, Largo, Maryland
Position: Full-time, Leadership Role

Are you a compassionate, board-certified Adult Psychiatrist with a passion for clinical excellence and a desire to make a real impact? We're seeking an exceptional leader to join our team as the Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) Medical Director for Adult Psychiatry at University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center in Largo, Maryland. This is an exciting opportunity to combine your clinical expertise with a leadership role in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Why Choose Us?

At Mindoula Health, we are committed to providing top-tier care for individuals facing mental health challenges, and we're looking for a dedicated psychiatrist to lead our inpatient adult psychiatric services. Our collaborative team environment offers you the chance to not only shape the care delivery but also to drive the future of psychiatric services at the medical center.

This is an opportunity to grow professionally, enhance your leadership skills, and contribute to the expansion of our programs while making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients. With a focus on quality care, innovation, and community well-being, we're offering you a chance to shape the future of mental health care in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

Your Role as the Inpatient BHU Medical Director:

As the Medical Director for the Adult Psychiatry service line, you'll be at the forefront of clinical and administrative leadership, ensuring the highest standard of care for our patients. Your responsibilities will include:

Leadership in Quality and Performance: Lead quality initiatives to maintain the excellence of care within the Adult Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) and continually improve our patient outcomes.
Clinical and Administrative Leadership: Represent Adult Psychiatry in hospital meetings and serve as the primary contact for all clinical and administrative matters related to the service line.
Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams: Work closely with social workers, nurses, therapists, and case managers to provide holistic, patient-centered care.

Additional Key Responsibilities:

Ensure psychiatry providers meet hospital volume and quality expectations through effective leadership and mentorship.
Participate in the recruitment, orientation, and performance management of psychiatry providers.
Provide leadership in crisis situations and clinical escalations.
Conduct psychiatric evaluations, make diagnoses, prescribe medications, and monitor patient progress with tailored treatment plans.
Coordinate care across departments, including referrals and education for patients and families, to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
Provide virtual outpatient psychiatric services as needed.

What We're Looking for:

Board Certification or eligibility in Psychiatry.
Maryland licensure or willingness to obtain.
A passion for improving patient care and advancing psychiatric services in a hospital setting.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide a team, drive quality initiatives, and work collaboratively with diverse healthcare professionals.
Previous experience in an inpatient setting is highly preferred.
Comfort with telehealth for virtual outpatient services is a plus.

Why Largo, Maryland?

Enjoy the easy access to all Metropolitan Washington DC has to offer!
Access to excellent schools, outdoor recreational opportunities, and a welcoming community environment.
Just a short drive to National Harbor, Gaylord National Resort, MGM National Harbor, The Capital Wheel, NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center, Northwest Stadium and the Washington Commanders, Joint Base Andrews, The University of Maryland, and Bowie State University.

We are excited to invite you to join a team that values collaboration, compassion, and excellence in care. If you're ready to take on a leadership role that will allow you to make a tangible difference, we encourage you to apply today!

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