Medical Director Physician at Lancesoft INC summary:

The Medical Director Physician leads community-based psychiatric and behavioral health services, overseeing clinical, administrative, and supervisory functions to ensure quality care. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric assessments, providing consultations, supervising clinical staff, and collaborating with community partners. The role also involves policy development, program evaluation, and supporting comprehensive mental health service planning in Tompkins County, NY.

Location: Tompkins County, NY
Schedule: Full-time Leadership Role
Department: Mental Health

We re seeking an experienced Medical Director Mental Health to lead and oversee community-based psychiatric and behavioral health services. The role involves a mix of clinical, administrative, and supervisory responsibilities , ensuring quality care and effective coordination across mental health, substance use disorder, and developmental disability programs.

• Provide outpatient and emergency psychiatric assessments and treatment .

• Offer psychiatric consultation for individual patients, law enforcement, and courts.

• Conduct court evaluations and order hospital commitments when indicated.

• Supervise physicians, psychiatrists, and clinical program directors.

• Oversee quality of services , privileging, and professional development of clinical staff.

• Collaborate with community physicians, hospitals, and partner agencies.

• Participate in policy development, staff training, and program evaluation.

• Assist the Commissioner of Mental Health in planning and implementing comprehensive community mental health services.

• MD or DO with a license to practice medicine in New York State .

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry (required).

• Minimum 1 year of supervisory or administrative experience in a clinical or behavioral health setting.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Deep understanding of modern psychiatric practices and community mental health systems.

• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams across psychiatry, substance use, and developmental services.

• Familiarity with New York State Mental Hygiene Law and public health systems.

• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and community-based care .

We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. Professionals who share these values are strongly encouraged to apply.

Keywords:

Medical Director, Psychiatry, Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Psychiatric Assessment, Clinical Supervision, Community Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder, Mental Hygiene Law, Healthcare Leadership