Director of Psychiatry
Career Summary
The Director of Psychiatry is the clinical architect of Nao Medical’s mental health service line. This role is responsible for the overall clinical "health" of the department. You are the final authority on psychiatric safety, the lead mentor for all behavioral health providers, and the strategic partner to the executive team. Your goal is to build a department that is clinically rigorous, operationally efficient, and a destination of choice for top-tier providers.
Roles & Responsibilities
Establish and maintain evidence-based clinical protocols and psychiatric standards of care across the network.
Serve as the final clinical authority on complex cases, risk management, and patient safety initiatives.
Lead Quality Improvement (QI) programs and peer reviews to ensure high-efficacy treatment outcomes.
Oversee the expansion of clinical services, such as interventional psychiatry or specialized outpatient programs.
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate a team of Psychiatrists, PMHNPs, and clinical staff.
Foster a collaborative and emotionally resilient team culture, focusing on professional growth and clinical excellence.
Participate in the recruitment and onboarding of new psychiatric providers to ensure alignment with Nao Medical’s mission.
Collaborate with the Chief Medical Officer to integrate mental health services into Primary Care and Other Specialty Hubs.
Serve as the clinical lead for the adoption of AI-assisted charting and diagnostic tools to maximize departmental efficiency.
Analyze departmental KPIs (patient access, satisfaction, and outcomes) to drive operational growth and efficiency.
Maintain a reduced clinical panel, conducting comprehensive evaluations and medication management for high-complexity cases.
Set the standard for patient-centered care by modeling compassionate, evidence-based clinical practice.
Utilize Nao Medical’s digital platforms to deliver both in-person and virtual psychiatric consultations.
Represent the psychiatry department in executive leadership meetings and monthly provider syncs.
Stay current with industry trends, New York State regulations, and emerging technologies in psychiatric medicine.
Demonstrate professional leadership and emotional resilience in high-stress clinical or administrative situations.
Required Training, Certifications, or Credentials
5–7+ years of clinical experience, with at least 3 years in a formal clinical leadership role (e.g., Director, Dept. Chair, or Lead Physician).
Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Nursing with a focus on Psychiatric Mental Health (PMHNP).
Active New York State Medical License.
Board Certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner(PMHNP-BC) via ANCC.
Valid Federal DEA Registration and Medication Administration Training (MAT) Certificate.
BLS, ACLS, PALS, and Infection Control Certifications.
Suboxone Certification (preferred/a plus).
Compensation
Compensation Base Salary: $200,000 – $260,000 (based on experience and schedule).
Benefits
Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) with match.
PTO and paid leave.
Professional Development: $1,000 CME allowance and internal leadership training.
Support: AI-powered documentation tools to eliminate administrative burnout.