Psychiatrist- Medical Director of Behavioral Health Service

Methodist Healthcare Ministries (MHM) is a private, faith-based nonprofit committed to "Serving Humanity to Honor God," by providing quality, affordable healthcare and community-based services to the uninsured and underserved across South Texas.

With a broad scope of clinical care, advocacy, and health equity programs, MHM works in partnership with Methodist Healthcare to ensure that all members of our 74-county community have the opportunity to live their healthiest lives.

We are seeking a Psychiatrist - Medical Director of Behavioral Health Services to lead and expand psychiatric care across our clinics in South Texas.

This role offers the opportunity to balance direct patient care with clinical leadership, shaping the future of behavioral health programs for underserved communities.

The ideal candidate is a compassionate, board-certified psychiatrist with strong leadership skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for advancing health equity.

Benefits & Perks
• Competitive compensation package
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA) options
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Paid time off (PTO), holidays, and personal days
• Continuing medical education (CME) allowance and professional development support
• Life insurance and disability coverage • Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Wellness programs and fitness resources
• Mileage reimbursement for travel between sites
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

At Methodist Healthcare Ministries, culture is rooted in compassion, faith, and service to others, with a deep commitment to caring for the underserved.

Team members thrive in a collaborative environment where innovation and equity are prioritized, and every role directly contributes to building healthier communities across South Texas.
Essential Duties:
• Plan, develop, and implement psychiatric services across clinics to ensure patient care meets professional standards and aligns with organizational goals.
• Provide clinical oversight and supervision of psychiatric staff, including mid-level practitioners and nursing personnel, and participate in performance evaluations and continuing education efforts.
• Coordinate and collaborate with Behavioral Health leadership, and other clinical teams to ensure seamless delivery of psychiatric care and resolve patient concerns.
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, formulate diagnoses, and develop individualized treatment plans using a biopsychosocial model.
• Diagnose and treat a range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, ADHD, OCD, and substance use disorders.
• Ensure quality assurance by overseeing psychiatric documentation, maintaining medical records and equipment, developing pharmaceutical guidelines, and participating in QA programs.
• Provide consultation and in-service training t...