Psychiatry Physician
Physician Services
Expected Admin time is 2.5 hrs/week
We are seeking a Board-Certified Psychiatrist to join a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) organization in Illinois. This unique opportunity combines direct patient care with clinical leadership responsibilities.
This is an excellent opportunity for a mission-driven psychiatrist who is passionate about improving access to quality behavioral health services for the underserved populations.
Base salary of $270,000 - $280,000
Administrative Stipend $30,000
Located in Chicago
The Specialty Director partners closely with the Chief Medical Officer, Regional Medical Directors, the Vice President of Behavioral Health and Integration, operational leadership, and clinical teams while maintaining an active psychiatric practice. This position also serves as a voting member of the Clinical Leadership Council.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead psychiatric clinical standards across various locations
Oversee medication-management protocols and promote consistent prescribing practices.
Support the integration of crisis services and warm-handoff protocols with primary care.
Lead substance-use disorder program standards and treatment consistency.
Monitor psychiatric UDS measures and HEDIS performance.
Coordinate with external psychiatric partners and inpatient facilities.
Partner with Behavioral Health leadership to support therapy-program quality.
Support trauma-informed care and adverse childhood experience initiatives.
Provide clinical expertise to psychiatric training programs and clinical education partners.
Attend monthly Clinical Leadership Council meetings, contribute to clinical policy development, and report to the Chief Medical Officer.
Required Qualifications
Active Illinois medical license in good standing.
Board certification in Psychiatry.
Minimum of two years of clinical experience at a Federally Qualified Health Center.
Ability to travel to health center locations when needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience developing clinical protocols or designing behavioral healthcare programs.
Experience training, mentoring, and developing clinicians.
Participation in psychiatric professional associations or specialty networks.
Benefits:
FTCA malpractice coverage with no tail obligation
Loan repayment program eligibility
Three weeks of paid vacation to start, increasing to four weeks after four years of employment
$2,000 CME allowance and five paid CME days
Three paid summer days
One paid Wellness Day annually
Five paid sick days
Eleven paid holidays
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
AD&D, supplemental life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
Flexible Spending Account
403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount programs
Please contact:
Debbie Aber
Physician Services
Reference: WJ-2_125685181