Vice President, Clinical Operations - Behavioral Health UM

For our client, we are seeking a Vice President, Clinical Operations - Behavioral Health UM to join the team of a leader in the Hospitals & Medical Centers space. This executive role will guide the delivery of behavioral health utilization management and clinical operations across the organization. The leader will shape strategy, strengthen performance, and ensure care is delivered efficiently and consistently in a highly regulated healthcare environment. This role also partners closely with cross-functional teams to resolve operational issues and support successful implementation of new processes. Financial stewardship is an important part of the position, including ownership of the annual operating budget. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $171,900 – $326,900 annually Responsibilities Oversee and direct all clinical operations, including care and utilization management Establish clinical strategic vision and policies for cost-effective service delivery Monitor performance metrics and identify opportunities for improvement Serve as a subject matter expert in new implementation processes Collaborate across departments to resolve provider claims issues Ensure effective care delivery while achieving utilization management goals Oversee the annual budget for clinical operations Qualifications Master's degree in Behavioral Health, Psychology, Public Health, Administration, or an RN license required 8+ years of clinical and operations experience in the behavioral health industry required Previous management experience overseeing hiring, training, and staff performance Unrestricted license as an LCSW, LMFT, LPC, PhD, PsyD, or RN required Equivalent experience reflecting the necessary knowledge and skills for the role Benefits Comprehensive health insurance coverage 401K and stock purchase plans to support financial planning Tuition reimbursement to encourage personal and professional growth Paid time off plus holidays for work-life balance Flexible work schedules, including remote and hybrid options Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.