Washington County Mental Health Services
Medical Director
Washington County Mental Health Services, South Barre, Vermont, United States
Overview
Washington County Mental Health Services, Inc. is seeking a Medical Director to join the senior leadership team. This role leads a multidisciplinary medical team and provides clinical and operational oversight of psychiatric services across all WCMHS programs. Essential Functions
Provide strategic leadership and direct client care Collaborate with the Nursing Director and senior leaders to integrate psychiatric care throughout the agency Ensure compliance with clinical best practices, regulatory standards, and contractual obligations Contribute to long-term planning and system-wide improvements Serve as a liaison between WCMHS and local healthcare partners This is a key leadership role that will shape the agency’s vision for excellence in mental health care, foster collaboration with community organizations, and drive continuous improvement in service delivery. Qualifications
MD with board certification in Psychiatry and active clinical licensure in good standing with the State of Vermont (or able to obtain) Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in psychiatry Previous leadership experience in a healthcare setting Authority to prescribe psychotropic and other controlled medications Experience providing best-practice and high-quality psychiatric care and addictions treatment to patients Experience with developing strategic plans, program design/management plans Additional requirements for this position include: Must qualify or be eligible to qualify as Licensed Psychiatric Medical Practitioner in Vermont and must have an NPI number or be able to obtain one upon employment Familiarity with Vermont's mental health system and regulations Expert knowledge of psychiatric assessments including psychiatric history, course of illness, response to treatment, mental status examination, and DSM-5 diagnoses Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to integrate strategic plans into a larger organizational system in collaboration with other senior leadership staff Ability to interact well with patients, WCMHS staff, and other professionals Understanding of and commitment to advancing the WCMHS mission and supporting the provision of collaborative and inclusive mental health, developmental disability, and substance use services Compensation and Benefits
This full-time position offers an annualized salary of $220,000 - $265,000 and excellent benefits, including tuition reimbursement/student loan assistance; generous paid time off; employer-sponsored health, dental, life, and disability insurances; and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match. To Apply
We encourage applicants to apply via the WCMHS website Careers page. Applications (resume and cover letter, preferred) may also be emailed to
recruitment@wcmhs.org
or mailed to WCMHS Human Resources, PO Box 647, Montpelier, VT 05601. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. WCMHS strives to make our application process accessible to all. If you need language assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact recruitment@wcmhs.org or 802-229-1399. Washington County Mental Health Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equity and inclusion in our workplace and services. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, health care coverage status, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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Washington County Mental Health Services, Inc. is seeking a Medical Director to join the senior leadership team. This role leads a multidisciplinary medical team and provides clinical and operational oversight of psychiatric services across all WCMHS programs. Essential Functions
Provide strategic leadership and direct client care Collaborate with the Nursing Director and senior leaders to integrate psychiatric care throughout the agency Ensure compliance with clinical best practices, regulatory standards, and contractual obligations Contribute to long-term planning and system-wide improvements Serve as a liaison between WCMHS and local healthcare partners This is a key leadership role that will shape the agency’s vision for excellence in mental health care, foster collaboration with community organizations, and drive continuous improvement in service delivery. Qualifications
MD with board certification in Psychiatry and active clinical licensure in good standing with the State of Vermont (or able to obtain) Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in psychiatry Previous leadership experience in a healthcare setting Authority to prescribe psychotropic and other controlled medications Experience providing best-practice and high-quality psychiatric care and addictions treatment to patients Experience with developing strategic plans, program design/management plans Additional requirements for this position include: Must qualify or be eligible to qualify as Licensed Psychiatric Medical Practitioner in Vermont and must have an NPI number or be able to obtain one upon employment Familiarity with Vermont's mental health system and regulations Expert knowledge of psychiatric assessments including psychiatric history, course of illness, response to treatment, mental status examination, and DSM-5 diagnoses Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to integrate strategic plans into a larger organizational system in collaboration with other senior leadership staff Ability to interact well with patients, WCMHS staff, and other professionals Understanding of and commitment to advancing the WCMHS mission and supporting the provision of collaborative and inclusive mental health, developmental disability, and substance use services Compensation and Benefits
This full-time position offers an annualized salary of $220,000 - $265,000 and excellent benefits, including tuition reimbursement/student loan assistance; generous paid time off; employer-sponsored health, dental, life, and disability insurances; and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match. To Apply
We encourage applicants to apply via the WCMHS website Careers page. Applications (resume and cover letter, preferred) may also be emailed to
recruitment@wcmhs.org
or mailed to WCMHS Human Resources, PO Box 647, Montpelier, VT 05601. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. WCMHS strives to make our application process accessible to all. If you need language assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact recruitment@wcmhs.org or 802-229-1399. Washington County Mental Health Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equity and inclusion in our workplace and services. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, health care coverage status, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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