Psychiatrist & Medical Director, Inpatient Behavioral Health

CareMind Health, the clinical services affiliate of Mindoula Health, is seeking a board-certified psychiatrist to serve as Medical Director of the Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit at Southern Maryland Hospital Center in Clinton, Maryland. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a psychiatrist who is passionate about clinical excellence, quality improvement, and building high-performing psychiatric programs within a hospital setting.Located just outside Washington, D.C., MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center in Clinton, Maryland offers providers the opportunity to practice in a diverse, high-acuity community while still enjoying the charm of Southern Maryland. The area provides easy access to D.C., Northern Virginia, Annapolis, and the Chesapeake Bay, with abundant waterfront recreation, historic sites, and family-friendly neighborhoods nearby. Southern Maryland is known for its strong sense of community, lower cost of living compared to surrounding metro areas, and convenient balance of suburban comfort and urban accessibility.About The ProgramSouthern Maryland Hospital Center, owned and operated by MedStar Health, features:24-bed adult only inpatient Behavioral Health Unit12-slot adult Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)Active consult-liaison service covering medical floors and the Emergency DepartmentResponsibilitiesThe Medical Director will serve as both a clinical attending psychiatrist and the operational leader of the behavioral health service line.Leadership Serve as Medical Director for the inpatient behavioral health programLead quality and performance improvement initiativesRepresent psychiatry at facility and executive meetingsEnsure provider volume and quality expectations are metOversee recruitment, onboarding, and performance of psychiatric providers and APPsParticipate in service line development and expansionServe on the Medical Executive Committee and/or Behavioral Health CouncilAct as escalation point for clinical and administrative issuesClinical Serve as weekday attending psychiatrist for the inpatient BHU and adult PHPLead multidisciplinary rounds and guide treatment planningComplete initial and discharge evaluations, involuntary documentation, and complex consults (including capacity assessments)Provide psychiatry consults in the Emergency Department and medical-surgical unitsSupervise Advanced Practice Providers, including incident-to billing when applicableComplete documentation same day with ≥95% complianceSubmit billing within 24 hoursSupport medical student and resident education as applicableWhat We’re Looking ForBoard-Certified PsychiatristMinimum of 3 years of psychiatry experienceStrong inpatient psychiatry and consult-liaison backgroundLeadership experience or demonstrated interest in leadership developmentComfort serving as a prominent medical staff memberCommitment to quality improvement and documentation excellenceWhy Join Mindoula? At Mindoula, we are not simply participating in the evolution of mental health care — we are actively leading it. We understand firsthand the challenges within today’s psychiatric system, which is why we are building a model that prioritizes clinical integrity, measurable outcomes, and physician leadership. We partner with respected hospital systems to deliver high-quality, performance-driven psychiatric services. Our physicians practice in environments designed for impact — where leadership is supported, operational expectations are clear, and patient care remains the central focus. We believe physicians deserve more than a role. They deserve structure, autonomy, financial transparency, and meaningful support.Exceptional Benefits & Compensation StructureGenerous paid time off that allows for true work-life balance401(k) with employer match to support long-term financial securityComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverageLife insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and AD&D protectionFull malpractice coverage (with tail) providedW-2 salaried position with predictable, structured hoursCore weekday schedule (Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.)Optional call structure that is fully flexible and adjustable at your discretionThis is a physician-led, professionally supported environment where your leadership is valued and your time is respected. If you are ready to practice psychiatry in a system that is organized, outcomes-driven, and built for sustainability — we would welcome the conversation. Join us in reshaping the future of psychiatric care!