Jefferson Center for Mental Health
Medical Director
$243,400-294,300 / year
Wheat Ridge, Colorado
Full-Time
On-site
2 months ago
JobLeap AI Summary
Oversee medical operations and clinical leadership at a leading Colorado community mental health center, ensuring regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and integrated care. Drive innovation and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Generous annual salary
Leadership of clinical teams
Comprehensive benefits
Focus on diversity and equity
Professional development opportunities
Cutting-edge evidence-based practices
Collaborative, mission-driven environment
About the job
Lead medical operations at Jefferson Center in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, as a Medical Director (Deputy Chief Medical Officer). This role oversees clinical excellence, implementation of evidence-based practices, regulatory compliance, and strategic initiatives within a diverse community mental health setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic and clinical oversight for 24/7 acute care programs and crisis services
- Supervise and guide medical and clinical leadership teams
- Implement and monitor evidence-based practices and outcome measures
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
- Develop operational workflows and improve access to care
- Integrate medical services with electronic health record systems
- Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree (or international equivalent)
- Completion of accredited residency in Psychiatry or Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Colorado medical license and DEA certificate required
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience
- Board certification (ABPN) preferred
Benefits
- Salary range: $243,400–$294,300/year, full-time
- Comprehensive benefits based on education, licensure, and experience
- Opportunities for growth and professional development
Work Environment
- Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Equal Opportunity Employer
About Jefferson Center for Mental Health
Healthcare · 500-1000
Jefferson Center for Mental Health is a nonprofit, community-focused provider offering mental health care and substance use services. Serving Jefferson, Gilpin, and Clear Creek counties in Colorado, the center has been dedicated to promoting mental health and providing quality services for over 67 years. With a team of over 200 licensed therapists and practitioners, they assist individuals and families through counseling, psychiatry, substance use disorder treatments, and crisis services. In the past year, Jefferson Center has helped over 23,000 people, emphasizing their commitment to fostering recovery and resilience in the community.
