Florida Health Care Plans (FHCP) is seeking an experienced Board-Certified Psychiatrist to serve as Medical Director of Behavioral Health in a dual clinical and leadership role within our growing outpatient psychiatry department!

This position offers a balanced mix of patient care and administrative responsibilities, providing an opportunity to shape the future of mental health services while maintaining a fulfilling clinical practice.

Practice Highlights:

• Leadership & Clinical Balance – Spend 80% of your time in direct patient care and 20% in administrative oversight.
• Outpatient Only – No inpatient responsibilities, allowing for an optimal work-life balance.
• Flexible Schedule – Set office hours with limited, telephone-only call.
• Team-Based Approach – Work alongside a highly collaborative team, including psychiatrists, PMHNPs, LCSWs, LMHCs, crisis intervention teams, and addiction services professionals.
• Comprehensive Behavioral Health Services – Lead a department that provides individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and substance abuse treatment, including a Suboxone clinic for addiction management.
• Multi-Site Leadership – Provide oversight and guidance across six FHCP behavioral health locations.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Provider Oversight – Supervise, mentor, and support behavioral health clinicians to ensure exceptional patient care.
• Clinical Standards & Quality Improvement – Develop policies, practice standards, and process improvements to enhance patient outcomes.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration – Work closely with the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and leadership teams to expand and enhance mental health services.
• Staff Training & Development – Oversee ongoing training, utilization review, and peer review for providers.
• Patient Access & Scheduling – Partner with the Behavioral Health Practice Manager to optimize patient scheduling and provider caseload management.
• Departmental Meetings – Conduct regular provider and staff meetings to foster collaboration and communication.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive Salary – Designed to recognize leadership and clinical expertise.
• Annual Bonus Opportunities – Based on performance and departmental success.
• Health Benefits – Company-paid HMO health coverage for provider and eligible dependents.
• Retirement Plan – 401(K) tax-deferred plan.
• Malpractice Insurance – Fully covered with tail coverage.
• Paid Time Off – Generous leave policy for a balanced lifestyle.
• CME Support – Stipend provided for continued education and professional development.
• Licenses & Fees – Reimbursement for medical licenses, professional dues, and certifications.
• Travel Reimbursement – Mileage compensation for required travel between FHCP behavioral health sites.

Qualifications:

• MD/DO – Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Psychiatrist.
• Licensure – Current Florida medical license or ability to obtain.
• Leadership Experience – Previous experience in a medical director or leadership role preferred.

Why Daytona Beach?

• Coastal Living – Enjoy miles of white-sand beaches, warm weather year-round, and breathtaking oceanfront views.
• Outdoor Recreation – Access to boating, fishing, golf courses, and scenic nature trails.
• Entertainment & Culture – Home to the Daytona International Speedway, vibrant arts scene, and live music festivals.
• Proximity to Major Cities – A short drive to Orlando and Jacksonville for world-class entertainment, theme parks, and international airports.
• Affordable Cost of Living – Florida has no state income tax, and the Daytona Beach area offers affordable housing and a lower cost of living compared to many metropolitan areas.

Take the Next Step!

If you're looking for a leadership role with a well-established, physician-led organization that values innovation and high-quality behavioral health care, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!

Apply today to join FHCP as the next Medical Director, Behavioral Health in Daytona Beach, Florida!