Job Title: Chief Medical Officer Psychiatrist - Inpatient Adult/General

Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico

• Full-time employment
• Monday-Friday Schedule
• 1:5 weekend coverage
• Once per week overnight call

Position Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Medical Officer Psychiatrist specializing in Inpatient Adult/General Psychiatry to join our leadership team. The Chief Medical Officer will play a pivotal role in shaping our clinical strategy, ensuring the delivery of high-quality psychiatric care, and driving innovation and excellence across our inpatient services.

Required Qualifications:

• Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in Psychiatry.
• Active, unrestricted medical license in the state of New Mexico.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in adult/general psychiatry, with significant experience in an inpatient setting.
• Previous leadership experience, preferably in a Chief Medical Officer or Medical Director role.
• Strong clinical acumen and expertise in evidence-based psychiatric practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to patient-centered care, quality improvement, and continuous learning

Roles & Responsibilities:

Clinical Leadership:

• Provide clinical oversight and leadership for the inpatient adult/general psychiatry program, ensuring the delivery of evidence-based, patient-centered care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement clinical protocols, treatment plans, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Foster a culture of clinical excellence, continuous learning, and innovation among staff members.

Strategic Planning and Program Development:

• Develop and execute strategic plans to enhance and expand the scope and quality of inpatient psychiatric services.
• Identify emerging trends, best practices, and opportunities for program growth and development.
• Lead initiatives to improve patient outcomes, increase access to care, and optimize resource utilization.

Quality Assurance and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory standards, accreditation requirements, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Oversee quality assurance processes, including clinical audits, peer reviews, and performance metrics analysis.
• Implement strategies to enhance patient safety, satisfaction, and engagement within the inpatient setting.

Staff Development and Training:

• Provide mentorship, guidance, and supervision to psychiatric staff, including psychiatrists, advanced practice providers, and support personnel.
• Facilitate ongoing professional development and training programs to enhance clinical skills, knowledge, and competencies.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and mutual respect among clinical team members.

Community Engagement and Collaboration:

• Represent the organization in professional forums, community events, and collaborative partnerships to promote mental health awareness and advocacy.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community stakeholders, referral sources, and other healthcare providers.
• Participate in initiatives to address mental health disparities, reduce stigma, and improve access to care for underserved populations.