Assistant Medical Director (Psychiatrist) | Middletown, CT | Direct Hire

Administer agency medical, clinical, and behavioral health services programs and operations within a hospital division. Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating policies, goals, objectives, and medical service standards. Determine appropriate staffing levels, manage staff coordination, and implement performance review standards. Lead recruitment and hiring, including outreach, interviews, and selection. Maintain contact with internal and external stakeholders impacting programs. Administer state and federal regulations for medical and psychiatric care. Participate on committees, boards, and accreditation activities. Serve as a liaison with external medical, behavioral health planning groups, courts, and state agencies. Monitor vendor contracts and participate in quality assurance studies. Develop processes to improve patient care quality and cost. Testify in court and conduct training as needed.