We are seeking a full-time Medical Director (Psychiatrist) to join a leading behavioral health hospital in Washington, DC. This employed leadership role offers competitive executive-level compensation and weekday scheduling, allowing you to oversee inpatient psychiatric services while guiding clinical quality, operational excellence, and strategic growth within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.

Quick Facts

• Employment Type: Full-Time, Employed
• Schedule / Hours: Monday–Friday
• Call: As assigned, not mandatory, (leadership coverage model)
• Patient Volume: Inpatient behavioral health population (children, adolescents, adults)
• Location: Washington, DC
• Practice Setting: Acute Inpatient and Partial Hospitalization
• Support / Care Team: Multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, counselors, and therapists
• EMR / Technology: Comprehensive Cerner electronic medical record system

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership and clinical oversight for inpatient psychiatric services
• Supervise attending psychiatrists and clinical staff within the inpatient program
• Oversee admissions, discharges, and ongoing patient care management
• Lead quality improvement initiatives, risk management efforts, and service optimization
• Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic planning and operational alignment
• Participate in medical staff and executive meetings and contribute to program development
• Ensure documentation and compliance standards are met within the EMR

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $350,000–$400,000 base salary (total compensation range approximately $450,000–$475,000)
• Bonus: Performance-based incentive structure
• Sign-on / Relocation: Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available (if applicable)
• Health, Dental, Vision & Retirement: Comprehensive health coverage and 401(k) with company match
• PTO, CME & Schedule Flexibility: Generous PTO and CME support
• Additional Benefits: Malpractice coverage and Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified in Psychiatry
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Washington, DC
• Minimum five years of inpatient behavioral health experience
• Prior leadership, management, or Medical Director experience required
• Demonstrated expertise in psychiatric operations, quality improvement, and healthcare financial management

Growth & Development

• Executive leadership role within an established behavioral health hospital
• Direct involvement in strategic planning and program expansion
• Opportunity to shape clinical culture and drive system-wide quality initiatives

About the Organization & Community

Psychiatric Institute of Washington has provided comprehensive behavioral health services to the Washington, DC and Northern Virginia communities for more than 50 years. The hospital offers acute inpatient and partial hospitalization programs serving children, adolescents, and adults with psychiatric and substance use disorders, emphasizing structured treatment and long-term recovery.

PIW is a proud subsidiary of Universal Health Services, one of the nation’s leading hospital management companies dedicated to delivering patient-centered care and advancing behavioral health services nationwide.

Located in Washington, DC, the nation’s capital offers a dynamic professional environment, rich cultural amenities, and diverse residential communities.

Join our mission: Help patients get better so they can live better lives.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply directly or contact:

Will DeCuyper
Senior Manager of Behavioral Health Physician Recruitment
In-House Physician Recruiter
Email: Will.Decuyper@uhsinc.com
Phone: (404) 606-8644

Confidential inquiries are welcome.