Medical Director

Wyandot Behavioral Health Network | Kansas City, Kansas 

Position Overview

Wyandot Behavioral Health Network is seeking an experienced and board-certified psychiatrist to serve as Medical Director. This leadership position provides clinical oversight and strategic direction for mental health and substance use treatment services throughout the organization. The Medical Director will play an integral role in advancing clinical excellence, strengthening medical services, supporting interdisciplinary collaboration, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care.

As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the Medical Director will collaborate with organizational leadership to guide clinical strategy, oversee medical operations, and promote effective treatment approaches for individuals experiencing serious mental illness and substance use disorders. This position combines direct patient care with physician supervision, program oversight, and organizational leadership, offering an opportunity to influence the quality and accessibility of behavioral health services throughout the community.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership and Patient Care

• Provide psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment while maintaining an active patient caseload.
• Provide medication treatment for opioid use disorder and support evidence-based approaches to substance use treatment.
• Establish, implement, and maintain clinical protocols, prescribing standards, and treatment guidelines.
• Promote evidence-based, trauma-informed, and person-centered approaches to mental health and substance use care.
• Ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and clinically appropriate psychiatric services.

Executive Leadership and Medical Operations

• Participate as a member of the Executive Leadership Team and contribute to organizational  strategy, program development, and long-term planning.
• Provide oversight of medical services, including outpatient treatment and the Crisis Stabilization Unit.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to evaluate service delivery, improve operational effectiveness, and address emerging clinical needs.
• Monitor provider productivity, clinical outcomes, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support the development and implementation of policies and procedures that strengthen clinical operations and organizational performance.

Provider Supervision and Professional Development

• Supervise, mentor, and support psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other designated medical professionals.
• Participate in the recruitment, orientation, training, and performance evaluation of  medical staff.
• Provide clinical guidance and promote professional development, accountability, and adherence to established standards of care.
• Foster effective collaboration among medical providers, therapists, case managers, and other interdisciplinary team members.

Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Ensure  compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, licensing requirements, and payer standards.
• Oversee prescribing practices to promote patient safety, regulatory compliance, and adherence to evidence-based guidelines.
• Support clinical documentation standards, quality assurance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Evaluate clinical practices and implement improvements that enhance treatment quality and patient outcomes.

Community Engagement and Collaboration

• Represent Wyandot Behavioral Health Network in professional, healthcare, and community settings.
• Provide clinical consultation, education, and training as needed.
• Strengthen coordination among behavioral health providers, primary care professionals, and community-based social service organizations.
• Promote integrated approaches to care that address the complex needs of individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
• Board certification in Psychiatry through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or an equivalent recognized certifying body.
• Active, unrestricted Kansas medical license.
• Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration appropriate for the position.

 Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical experience in community mental health, public-sector healthcare, or a comparable behavioral health setting.
• Previous experience in medical leadership, clinical supervision, or healthcare  administration.
• Knowledge of Medicaid, Medicare, and applicable behavioral health regulatory requirements.
• Experience with integrated care models and the treatment of serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders.
• Experience providing medication treatment for opioid use disorder.

Professional Competencies

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong clinical judgment and the ability to provide effective medical leadership.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to balance clinical responsibilities with administrative and strategic priorities.
• Effective coaching, mentoring, delegation, and performance management skills.
• Sound decision-making and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Adaptability, organization, and the ability to manage competing demands in a dynamic healthcare environment.
• A commitment to ethical practice, cultural awareness, collaboration, and compassionate, person-centered care.

Compensation and Benefits

Wyandot Behavioral Health Network offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, which may include:

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Health insurance benefits.
• Retirement benefits.

Position Details

• Location: 47th Street, Kansas City,  Kansas.
• Reports to: Chief Executive Officer.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and other designated medical staff.
• Travel Requirements: Limited travel to other organizational locations and community sites as needed.
• Work Environment: A dynamic healthcare setting requiring sound judgment, effective prioritization, flexibility, and collaboration across clinical and administrative teams.

Join Our Leadership Team

Wyandot Behavioral Health Network seeks a physician who combines clinical expertise with a commitment to leadership, collaboration, and high-quality community-based care. The Medical Director will have an important role in guiding medical services, supporting clinical professionals, and advancing the organization's mission to improve the well-being of individuals and families throughout the community.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and contribute their expertise to the continued development of accessible, effective, and compassionate behavioral health services.