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WakeMed

Medical Director, Psychiatry - Raleigh

raleigh, NC

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Job description

Overview

WakeMed Physician Practices is a multi‑specialty group with nearly 500 physicians in a variety of specialty areas. Our organization places a high value on quality, caring and compassionate physicians and we are committed to providing state‑of‑the‑art health care to our patients and the community we serve.

We are currently seeking physicians with an interest in joining our consult liaison Psychiatry team. Our physicians provide consultative services to our patients across the Raleigh and Cary hospital campuses. We look for physicians skilled in pharmacological and short‑term psychotherapeutic management of psychiatric inpatients and med/surg inpatients with psychiatric substance abuse co‑morbidity. We offer a convenient twelve‑hour shift‑based model of coverage which provides flexibility with work‑life balance.

Responsibilities

The Medical Director is responsible for local strategy, operational performance and appropriate development of their group/division. In this role they partner with and are supported by the Executive Medical Director, Service Line Director and/or respective Practice Manager. The Medical Director leads the group in the development and execution of operational tactics to achieve aspirational goals—including quality, patient experience, clinical outcomes, financial outcomes, new services, regional development, referral development, clinical operations and medical staff interactions with the group. They work closely with other physician leaders, physicians, APPs, nursing, administration, recruiting, clinical and financial staff, and marketing. The Medical Director will also serve in a clinical capacity, providing quality care to patients within their assigned division and the WakeMed system. A collaborative leadership style is expected to develop their division into a recognized leader in alignment with WakeMed Mission, Vision and Values.

Qualifications

Board Certified or Board Eligible by an American Medical Specialty Board.

Licensed Medical Physician and board certification in area of practice required.

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent required.

Fellowship/Internship/Residency in a related area required.

Visa sponsorship not available.

Benefits

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience plus incentive and bonus compensation.

Robust time‑off for ideal work‑life balance.

Comprehensive benefit package including paid malpractice, CME, dues and membership.

Matching 403(b) retirement plan, 457(b) and Roth investment options.

Commencement / Relocation bonus.

Additional Information

WakeMed is situated in a vibrant growing community that is consistently ranked among the top 10 best cities for employment potential, quality of life and year‑round outdoor activities in a temperate climate. The area also provides an ideal family environment with quality school systems and unsurpassed recreational activities.

Physicians interested in current or future career opportunities are encouraged to submit a C.V. to our applicant system for review. For more information or to inquire in confidence please contact our recruiter at

Department Description Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well‑being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit

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raleigh, NC, 27601, US

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