Medical Director - Inpatient Psychiatry (Full-Time)
Location: Salem County, NJ (Inspira Medical Center Mannington)
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 1 weekend/month
Setting: Inpatient Behavioral Health
Position
The Center for Family Guidance, in partnership with Inspira Medical Center Mannington, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Medical Director of Inpatient Psychiatry to lead our multidisciplinary behavioral health team. This leadership role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality psychiatric care while providing clinical oversight, driving program development, and making a meaningful impact in an underserved South Jersey community.
Highlights
• Community hospital serving Salem County and the surrounding South Jersey region
• 26-bed inpatient behavioral health unit (20 voluntary beds, 6 involuntary beds)
• Collegial, multidisciplinary behavioral health environment
• EMR: Cerner, but switching to EPIC in July
• Team-based approach with Advanced Practice Provider support
• Flexible schedule options available
• Monday - Friday daytime schedule during regular business hours
• Separate after-hours and weekend coverage team
• Opportunity for both inpatient and consultative behavioral health services, depending on organizational needs
• Leadership role with the ability to shape clinical programming and care delivery
• Located in a J-1 waiver-friendly, underserved service area
• Easy access to Philadelphia, Delaware, and South Jersey shore points
• Salem County offers a quieter lifestyle with historic towns, outdoor recreation, and lower cost of living
Key Responsibilities
• Provide clinical leadership and oversight for inpatient psychiatric services
• Deliver direct patient care including psychiatric evaluations and medication management
• Lead and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, APPs, nursing, and social work
• Develop and implement clinical protocols, workflows, and quality initiatives
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
• Participate in program development and strategic planning
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and mentoring of clinical staff
• Provide consultation services as needed within the hospital
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record
Qualifications
• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified in Psychiatry (required for Medical Director role)
• Active New Jersey medical license (or ability to obtain)
• DEA license required
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Experience in inpatient psychiatry strongly preferred
• Commitment to team-based, patient-centered care
Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• CME allowance and CME time
• Malpractice coverage provided
• Supportive administrative and clinical infrastructure
Visa Sponsorship
• J-1 waiver sponsorship and H-1B visa sponsorship available for qualified candidates
