MEDICAL DIRECTOR

Location

Augusta, GA | United States

Job description

Responsibilities

Augusta, Georgia's Lighthouse Care Center is on the lookout for a Clinical Medical Director/Psychiatrist to join their team focusing on Inpatient Services for Child/Adolescent and Adult programs. Augusta, nestled along the Savannah River near the South Carolina border, combines Southern charm with the benefits of warm weather and an affordable cost of living. The area is ripe with outdoor activities, cultural events, delicious cuisine, and shopping, all within easy access to Savannah and Atlanta. As Georgia's second-largest city, Augusta is famous for hosting the Masters Golf Tournament.

Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta is part of the Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) network, one of the largest hospital management companies in the nation, ensuring a strong foundation of quality care and operational excellence. Lighthouse Care Center offers comprehensive care for young individuals facing mental health challenges, as well as Inpatient Adult Services for psychiatric and substance abuse issues. Beyond clinical care, the center enhances patient recovery through a range of recreational activities and an accredited school on-site, promoting active minds, bodies, and social engagement.

Key Responsibilities and Benefits of the Clinical Medical Director/ Psychiatrist Role:

• Attractive compensation package with benefits
• Manageable daily patient load
• Supportive team environment with a focus on work-life balance
• Flexible work arrangements: on-site or hybrid, Monday-Friday schedule
• On-call requirements: 1:4 weekends and one telephonic night per week

• Board certification/eligibility in Child/Adolescent Psychiatry is a must, along with an active or obtainable Georgia medical license.
• Openness to treating a wide age range (5 - 65 years old) during weekend calls.
• Prior leadership experience required for leadership role.

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