What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Medical Director, Psychiatry position at Care Plus NJ, Inc.?
Location: PESP
Status: Part-time 30 hours
Salary Range: 200K - 210K
What We Offer:
- Health and Dental Coverage
- Life & AD&D insurance; STD & LTD coverage
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation
- 403B Plan and Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discount and Rewards Program
Note: That's not all! We have even more benefits available. Our recruiting team will provide you with more information as you continue with your interview process. Benefit eligibility is based on the specific requirements and criteria of each plan.
Job Description:
As the Medical Director, you will provide strategic clinical oversight while maintaining an active role in patient care and join a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment focused on timely assessments, appropriate dispositions, and patient-centered outcomes.
Flexible scheduling is available within a 24/7 program model, with coverage delivered through a combination of telepsychiatry and in-person evaluations. 24/7 on-call coverage is also required. Scheduling is tailored to align physician availability and programmatic needs and will be discussed during the interview process.
What You Will Do:
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to determine if individuals meet New Jersey commitment standards, ensuring timely, accurate, and defensible documentation
- Provide focused, short-term medication management in emergency and crisis settings for both adult and pediatric populations
- Complete Screening Certificates when clinically and legally indicated, in accordance with New Jersey Statutes Annotated 30:4-27.5
- Champion care in the least restrictive environment, developing and documenting alternatives to hospitalization whenever appropriate
- Collaborate closely with certified screeners, crisis clinicians, emergency department teams, and receiving facilities to ensure seamless care transitions
- Engage with families and support systems to provide education, guidance, and continuity of care
- Participate in interdisciplinary case reviews, clinical discussions, and quality initiatives
- Maintain precise, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
- Deliver care via telepsychiatry when clinically appropriate
Medical Director Responsibilities:
- Provide clinical leadership and oversight for psychiatric services within the program
- Ensure adherence to regulatory standards, clinical best practices, and organizational policies
- Serve as a key clinical resource to multidisciplinary staff, offering consultation and guidance
- Support ongoing quality improvement, program development, and clinical excellence initiatives
What We Need to See:
- MD or DO from an accredited institution
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry (Board Certification required for Medical Director)
- Demonstrated clinical expertise in emergency psychiatry, consultation-liaison, or inpatient settings preferred
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience required for Medical Director role
- Familiarity with New Jersey Screening Law is highly desirable
- Commitment to clinical excellence, collaboration, and high-quality patient care
About Care Plus New Jersey:
CarePlus New Jersey has been-and continues to be a leader in mental health and a pioneer in integrated care in Northern New Jersey for more than 45 years. CarePlus strives for excellence in mental health, addiction recovery, and community-based services. Our goal is to offer affordable, accessible, and holistic-centered care that empowers individuals to reach their full potential and enhance their quality of life.