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Wexford Health Sources, Inc.

Regional Psychiatrist

Wexford Health Sources, Inc., Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101

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Director of Psychiatry

SCHEDULE:

Full-time 40 Hours Per Week

FACILITY:

Statewide New Mexico

LOCATION:

Albuquerque, NM

Are you ready to take on a leadership role where your psychiatric expertise

shapes statewide standards of care

and

your vision strengthens behavioral health delivery across an entire system ?

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest correctional healthcare providers, delivering psychiatric and behavioral health services to justice-involved individuals for over 30 years. Many of our patients are receiving

structured, professional mental health treatment for the first time —and it starts with you.

Position Summary

As the Statewide Psychiatric Director, you will oversee psychiatric and behavioral health services across all New Mexico Corrections Department facilities. Serving as a key member of the multi-disciplinary leadership team, you will ensure timely, effective, and cost-efficient care is delivered. Your responsibilities will include:

Directing and evaluating psychiatric services, intakes, assessments, treatment, and medication monitoring statewide

Providing leadership and supervision to Psychiatrists, Psychiatric NPs/PAs, and behavioral health staff

Developing, implementing, and monitoring behavioral health policies, standards of care, and clinical practices in line with NCCHC and ACA standards

Overseeing orientation, mentorship, and continuing education for behavioral health staff and students

Ensuring appropriate utilization of psychotropic medications and monitoring treatment outcomes

Participating in decision-making committees and collaborating with medical, nursing, and security leaders

Conducting site visits, audits, and record reviews to ensure compliance and quality improvement

Developing and maintaining a 24-hour behavioral health consultation system for crisis intervention

Providing leadership in corrective action planning, CQI activities, and staff development initiatives

Representing Wexford Health at state and national meetings related to psychiatric and correctional healthcare

You’ll do more than manage programs.

You’ll elevate psychiatric care, mentor providers, and ensure patients across New Mexico receive treatment that restores stability and dignity.

Why Work with Wexford Health?

Performance check-ins with annual merit increase

Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Comprehensive health insurance through BlueCross BlueShield

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with 25% match

Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance

Non-taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account

Continuing education options

Free CEUs

Pet Insurance

Flexible pay options including Wisley Card and PayPal

Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University

Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more!

What You’ll Need

Medical Degree with completion of psychiatry residency

Board Certification–American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (required)

Current New Mexico Medical license, Controlled Substance license, and DEA registration

5 years' experience in institutional or correctional healthcare (preferred)

Current CPR certification

Strong leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills

Ability to mentor providers, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a high-demand environment

Commitment to patient-centered psychiatric care and Wexford Health's mission of service

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.

Your leadership matters here. Your vision changes lives. Apply today and become the Statewide Psychiatric Director your community needs.

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