Dynamic Leadership Opportunity in our Behavorial Health Unit

The primary responsibilities of the SNHMC Behavioral Health Services Medical Director include, but are not limited to:

• Committing to uphold the Medical Centers mission, vision, beliefs, core values and standards of behavior.
• Representing the Behavioral Health Services within Southern New Hampshire Health (SNHH) and to other public constituencies.
• Communicating effectively, in a mature and respectful manner, with employees, patients / family members and other health disciplines, to promote a positive work environment.
• Devoting at least thirty-six (36) hours per week to patient clinical time and four hours per week to administrative time, except during periods of absence.
• Providing 24/7 administrative on-call coverage or identifying an acting Medical Director during authorized periods of absence.
• Attending pertinent committee / staff meetings.
• Collaborating with Psychiatrists and Psychiatric-Mental Health Advanced Practice Registered Nurses to ensure overall patient care and compliance related to BHS.
• Coordinating an equitable assignment of patients among Behavioral Health providers.
• Collaborating with Consulting Internist to ensure and support appropriate medical care.
• Providing clinical oversight and care to patients on the BHU.
• Reviewing potential admissions to the BHU from SNHH and external facilities.
• Providing clinical oversight of the PHP and the IOP.
• Collaborating with ACCESS clinicians.
• Providing occasional on-site consultation at SNHMC Main Campus, as needed.
• Participating in after-hours clinical on-call duties to provide 24/7 psychiatric coverage, as needed.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality and appropriateness of behavioral health services and treatment provided by the medical staff.
• Supervising and teaching third- and fourth-year medical students during their behavioral health rotation.
• Performing all required clinical documentation pertaining to patient care, including the timely signing of medical records.
• Maintaining confidentiality of reported and recorded information in compliance with HIPPA standards.
• Collaborating with the Nurse Director of BHS to
  • Develop, communicate, and ensure compliance with BHS policies and regulations to BHS providers and staff
  • Participate in strategic planning and Quality Improvement initiatives
  • Facilitate the development and administration of the Behavioral Health provider after-hours clinical on-call schedule
  • Pro-actively monitor bed availability and acuity
  • Provide Overall Management of BHS
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• Highly Competitive Base Salary, On-Call Compensation
• Convenient Southern NH/MA Border Location
• Full Traditional Benefits include Health, Dental, Retirement Plans, CME and more!
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Negotiable: Student Loan Reimbursement / Sign-on Bonus / Relocation Assistance

Education/Licensure/Experience: 

Education: MD/DO degree and must meet the training and experience requirements for examination by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry.

Licensure: Current NH Board of Medicine License or in process of obtaining

Experience: 2+ years clinical practice

Knowledge: Clinical care using best practices

Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, leadership, mentoring, and computer skills.

Candidates interested in learning more about this dynamic leadership opportunity to send their CV to Julia Arcand, Physician Recruiting Partner: Julia.Arcand@snhhs.org