Medical Director

Details Client NameGood Samaritan Hospital - Regional Medical Center of San Jose Job TypePermanent OfferingPhysician ProfessionPsychiatry SpecialtyGeneral Job ID15198470 Job TitleMedical Director Shift Details ShiftFull Time Days Scheduled Hours40 Job Order Details Start Date09/06/2025 Duration0 Job DescriptionPermanent Psychiatry - General - San Jose, CA - Full Time Days - Pay Negotiable - San Jose, CAEmployer: Good Samaritan Hospital - Regional Medical Center of San JoseLocation: San Jose, CAJob Type: PermanentShift: Full Time DaysStart Date: September 22, 2025Job OverviewUnder general supervision of the Chief Medical Officer and in collaboration with the administrative team, the Behavioral Health Medical Director provides quality direct patient care and administrative services to a multidisciplinary team in a variety of clinical setting. The Medical Director is responsible for the direction and oversight of psychiatric evaluations, medications, and treatment planning management of patients in the in all outpatient programs such as PHP and IOP as well as leadership of a behavioral health treatment team. Serve as Medical Director of clinical programs engaged in psychiatric care; provide medical supervision and administrative direction to medical providers who provide care to patients including advance practice nurses and support the staff Provide leadership and participate in developing a vision and service line opportunities for behavioral health programming that meets community need and is financially and operationally sustainable. Assist in the development and maintenance of the clinical program by consulting on protocols, standardized procedures and schedules to assure regulatory compliance with CMS. Participate in direct care of psychiatric services as contracted separately. Provide medical input for the resolution of third-party reimbursement issues. Multidisciplinary treatment team meetings on a regular and as needed basis. Weekly meeting with Behavioral Health program director. Monthly reviews of current topics, difficult cases, internal issues, and scheduling with treatment team and other physicians and/or providers Monthly report out on quality metrics, Press Ganey scores regulations data, denials, and staff feedback to relevant providers. Monthly meetings with hospital CMO to review status of the Behavioral Health program and hospital C Suite updates. Assure medical management of the patients is coordinated and that the History and Physical examinations are completed by the consulting physician within 24 hours, or as required by the patient u2019s program. Assure that all patients admitted to the psychiatric services have a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation completed as required by program guidelines. Maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders including outpatient providers, state hospitals, and other community behavioral health organizations to ensure open communication and collaboration. Maintain communication with Division and Corporate level leadership.Position Highlights_x000D_Qualified Candidates:The Medical Director willAttend and/or facilitate meetings with other departments, area groups and agencies including but not limited to:Represent psychiatry on assigned hospital committeesMaintain appointment to the active medical staff of the facilityMaintain current licensure and DEA registrationIncentive/Benefits Package:4 Day Direct Patient Care Work-WeekHighly Competitive Compensation Models, including Productivity/Quality IncentivesCME ReimbursementComprehensive Medical/Dental BenefitsRetirement Savings PlanMalpractice CoverageGenerous Paid Time OffOpportunity for Career GrowthAbility to Enroll Patients in Clinical TrialsAbility to Participate and Present Research at ConferencesChance to Care for Patients in the Comfort of their CommunitiesBecome part of Physician-Led Organizations that Supports Work/Life BalanceQualificationsAssure that patients care, medical charts and records meet quality, legal and medical requirements:Comply with all applicable regulatory requirements.Upon applying, StaffDNA will connect you directly with the hiring decision-maker-whether that's the facility manager or their dedicated recruiter-to discuss this opportunity in detail and outline your next steps.Client Details Address2425 Samaritan Drive CitySan Jose StateCA Zip Code95101 Unit Details Unit Description•474-bed facility located in the heart of Silicon Valley•Designated STEMI receiving center in Santa Clara County•Cardiovascular services using state-of-the-art technology in diagnostic and interventional offerings as well as electrophysiology services•Robotics and Mona Lisa Touch are available•Innovative robotics program for orthopedics, spine, general surgery, bariatrics, gynecology, and urology•Robust orthopedics and spine care program with a dedicated inpatient unit•Expert high-risk obstetrics care with a Level III NICU•Comprehensive behavioral health for inpatient and outpatient care