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Consulting Psychiatrist / Medical Director

The Adanta Group

Lexington, KYFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Lexington, KY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

MD Or DO LicenseDEA LicenseMaster's degree

Job overview

The Adanta Group is hiring a Consulting Psychiatrist / Medical Director. The Consulting Psychiatrist / Medical Director provides medical oversight for psychiatric services, including mental health, substance use, and co-occurring populations. This role involves participating in treatment planning, supervising psychiatric services, leading prescriber meetings, and engaging in clinical quality improvement activities. The director will also consult with other medical and clinical staff and support quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Key focus areas include Provide medical oversight for psychiatric services, Participate in treatment planning for individuals receiving services, and Supervise and coordinate the provision of psychiatric services by the center.

Successful candidates bring Masters Degree, Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine, and MD or DO License. Preferred (not required): Medical Oversight For Psychiatric Services, Treatment Planning, Supervise Psychiatric Services, and Lead Prescriber Meetings.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Medical Oversight for Psychiatric ServicesTreatment PlanningSupervise Psychiatric ServicesLead Prescriber MeetingsPeer ReviewsCase PresentationsClinical Quality ImprovementEvidence-Based PracticeHigh-Quality Patient CareConsultationQAAccreditationRegulatory ComplianceCollaborate With Agency Leadership

Qualifications

Master'sDoctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic MedicineMD or DO LicenseDEA LicenseBackground Check RequiredPrevious Experience With Community Mental Health

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Experience Required

Preferable

Minimum Education Required

Masters

Education Or Experience Substitution

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

License(s) Required

MD or DO & DEA

Training Required/Provided

Previous experience with community mental health helpful

Expected Start Date

09/01/2026

Compensation

$

Hours Per Week

37.5

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

Day time

Job Description

Provide medical oversight for psychiatric services, including mental health, substance use and co-occurring populations. Participate in treatment planning for individuals receiving services. Supervise and coordinate the provision of psychiatric services by the center. Leads quarterly prescriber meetings and participates in regular peer reviews, case presentations, and other clinical quality improvement activities to promote evidence-based practice and high-quality patient care. Provide consultation to psychiatrists, advanced practice providers, and clinical staff as needed. Support quality assurance, accreditation, and regulatory compliance activities. Collaborate with agency leadership regarding psychiatric service delivery. This position is designed to complement our experienced team of psychiatric advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) by providing physician-level expertise for the individuals and situations that benefit most from psychiatric consultation. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO. The Adanta Group, a contractor with The Department of Community based Services, provides behavioral / residential services with state and federal funds.

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Excellent benefits including but not limited to health, dental, vision, paid holidays, paid time off, and a retirement plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

Yes

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant

Yes

Background Check Required

Yes

Industry

Professional

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

32642

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