Adolescent Psychiatric Medical Director

Guidelight Health is a cutting-edge behavioral healthcare company dedicated to transforming lives through high-quality PHP (Partial Hospitalization Program) and IOP (Intensive Outpatient Program) services. As a newly launched organization, we are on a mission to redefine the behavioral health industry by delivering exceptional care, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities, and prioritizing the well-being of those we serve. At Guidelight Health, we are building a team of passionate, forward-thinking professionals who are eager to be part of this exciting journey to reshape mental health care.

Join us in making a lasting impact! Title: Psychiatric Medical Director Role Type : 1099 contact with the ability to eventually move to W2. Location: The clinic is located in Burbank, CA but most duties of the role can be performed virtually.

Schedule: 4-6 hours per week. Includes 2 hours of rounds supervision. Hours are expected to increase, with potential for continued growth in the future.

Responsibilities

are supervision, professional development, and guidance of clinical staff. In this capacity, the Medical Director will support the clinical team in evaluating mental health disorders and advise on the development of appropriate treatment plans for Guidelight Health clients.

: Ensure implementation of all clinic policies and procedures; recommend policy and procedure updates and changes, and shape evidence-based policy decisions to provide clients with the most up-to-date treatment available in psychiatric care. Ensure timely and complete documentation of treatment records, medication security, and any other documentation required by federal, state, and local agencies. Ensure that Guidelight Health protects the rights and confidentiality of all clients.

Document findings and decision-making about care in electronic health records. Maintain timely and appropriate communication and attend meetings as requested. Facilitate appropriate communication and referrals with outside professionals as needed.

Comply with other ad hoc requests and projects as assigned.

Requirements

, policies and procedures. Maintain knowledge of and compliance with CFR-related privacy principles and HIPAA policies and procedures. Participate in federal and state mental health training and continuing education as needed to perform in the position safely and effectively.

Interact with all staff in a positive and motivational fashion, supporting the clinic’s mission and commitment to client experience. This includes weekly mandatory supervision with the Advanced Practice Provider where you will also be providing continuing education. Engage in weekly team rounds to review and discuss clients with the treatment team.

A winning mentality ! *Please do not contact our public clinical admissions line regarding this or any other job posting.

Required Qualifications

D. O. with Board Eligibility or Board Certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.

An active license in the State of California. Schedule II-V prescriptive authority from the State in which you reside. A Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registry license and active x-waiver.

An active National Provider Identifier (NPI). Experience treating mental health disorders. If eligible based on licensure status and applicable state regulations, must be willing to provide formal clinical supervision to associate-level clinicians as part of Guidelight’s supervision program.