Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board
Psychiatrist - Medical Director
As Medical Director, you will provide comprehensive psychiatric care including conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health conditions, and developing individualized treatment recommendations. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on hospital admissions and discharge planning, and participate in case consultations.
Key Responsibilities
- • Provide comprehensive psychiatric care
- • Conduct psychiatric evaluations
- • Diagnose mental health conditions
- • Develop individualized treatment recommendations
- • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on hospital admissions and discharge planning
- • Participate in case consultations
Required
- • Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree with a specialty in Psychiatry
- • Current, valid license to practice psychiatry in the Commonwealth of Virginia, including Virginia Controlled Substance Registration and active DEA registration
- • Board certification in Psychiatry
- • Clinical and/or hospital-based experience serving individuals with mental illness
Preferred
- • Comprehensive knowledge of psychiatric and medical management principles, particularly in the treatment of individuals with serious mental illness
- • Strong understanding of psychotropic medications and their therapeutic applications
- • Working knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and legal procedures governing mental health treatment
- • Proficiency in crisis intervention, assessment, and the treatment of mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders
- • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and complex clinical documentation while maintaining accurate and confidential records
Benefits & Perks
- • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- • Life Insurance
- • Flexible Spending Accounts
- • Paid Time Off
- • Competitive Compensation
- • Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
Medical Director - Psychiatrist
Work Schedule:Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with on-call responsibilities
Salary:Commensurate with knowledge and experience
Join our Team
The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board (H-NNCSB) invites qualified psychiatrists to apply for the position of
Medical Directorat the BJ Roberts Behavioral Health Center. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on individuals living with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders.
You will work in a collaborative, on-site environment that prioritizes patient safety, quality care, and professional excellence while supporting a healthy work-life balance.
Why H-NNCSB?
We Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package, Including
Since 1971, the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board has provided the highest quality of behavioral health services to residents of the cities of Hampton and Newport News, Virginia, offering a comprehensive array of programs for both children and adults living with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and/or substance use disorders.
About The Role
As Medical Director, you will provide comprehensive psychiatric care. Key responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health conditions, and developing individualized treatment recommendations. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on hospital admissions and discharge planning, and participate in case consultations.
What you need to be successful
Successful candidates will demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of psychiatric and medical management principles, particularly in the treatment of individuals with serious mental illness, along with a strong understanding of psychotropic medications and their therapeutic applications. They will possess working knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and legal procedures governing mental health treatment and exhibit proficiency in crisis intervention, assessment, and the treatment of mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. Additionally, candidates must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and complex clinical documentation while maintaining accurate and confidential records.
To qualify for this position, applicants must have the following:
If you are a dedicated psychiatric professional seeking a leadership role where you can make a real difference, we encourage you to apply. Join a mission-driven organization committed to compassionate care, collaboration, and community impact.
The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
Work Schedule:Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with on-call responsibilities
Salary:Commensurate with knowledge and experience
Join our Team
The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board (H-NNCSB) invites qualified psychiatrists to apply for the position of
Medical Directorat the BJ Roberts Behavioral Health Center. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on individuals living with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders.
You will work in a collaborative, on-site environment that prioritizes patient safety, quality care, and professional excellence while supporting a healthy work-life balance.
Why H-NNCSB?
We Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package, Including
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off
- Competitive Compensation
- Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
Since 1971, the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board has provided the highest quality of behavioral health services to residents of the cities of Hampton and Newport News, Virginia, offering a comprehensive array of programs for both children and adults living with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and/or substance use disorders.
About The Role
As Medical Director, you will provide comprehensive psychiatric care. Key responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health conditions, and developing individualized treatment recommendations. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on hospital admissions and discharge planning, and participate in case consultations.
What you need to be successful
Successful candidates will demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of psychiatric and medical management principles, particularly in the treatment of individuals with serious mental illness, along with a strong understanding of psychotropic medications and their therapeutic applications. They will possess working knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and legal procedures governing mental health treatment and exhibit proficiency in crisis intervention, assessment, and the treatment of mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. Additionally, candidates must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and complex clinical documentation while maintaining accurate and confidential records.
To qualify for this position, applicants must have the following:
- Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree with a specialty in Psychiatry
- Current, valid license to practice psychiatry in the Commonwealth of Virginia, including Virginia Controlled Substance Registration and active DEA registration
- Board certification in Psychiatry
- Clinical and/or hospital-based experience serving individuals with mental illness
If you are a dedicated psychiatric professional seeking a leadership role where you can make a real difference, we encourage you to apply. Join a mission-driven organization committed to compassionate care, collaboration, and community impact.
The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
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