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Virginia Department of Behavioral Health

Chief Medical Officer Opening Virginia – Includes $15,000 Sign-On Bonus, Relocat

Virginia Department of Behavioral Health, Burkeville, VA, United States

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***15,000 SIGN ON BONUS for Eligible Candidates***

Location is located within Driving Distance of Lynchburg, Farmville, Petersburg, Colonial Heights, Richmond and Chesterfield VA

Are you a passionate and looking to make a meaningful impact? Piedmont Geriatric Hospital in Burkeville, Virginia, is seeking a Chief Medical Officer to join our growing team.

Why Choose Us?

  • Amazing Sign-On Bonus: Up to $15,000 for eligible candidates! Possible moving expenses paid! Student Loan Repayment options! 
  • Exceptional State Benefits: Enjoy 13 paid holidays, 12+ vacation days, 8 sick days, and 4+ personal days each year. Plus, Family Medical Leave, short- and long-term disability coverage, and low-cost health insurance options.
  • State Employee Discounts 

What Youll Do:

  • Serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Medical Services for the hospital.
  • Provides leadership, direction, management, and supervision of the Medical Staff.
  • Monitors facility-wide medical and psychiatric services to ensure appropriateness for the patient population.
  • Advises the Facility Director/CEO on clinical and administrative matters, with a focus on:
    • Patient management
    • Quality of care
    • Risk management issues
  • Contributes to facility-wide program development.

What Were Looking For:

  • A strong background in general psychiatry.
  • A genuine interest in geriatric mental health.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse healthcare professionals.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Graduation from an approved/accredited medical school.
  • Completion of a psychiatric residency program.
  • Current license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
  • Current federal license to prescribe medications.
  • Certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
  • Prior clinical experience in a behavioral health hospital required.
  • Knowledge of quality assurance and utilization review functions.

Ready to make a difference? Contact me for more information or apply today and be part of a dedicated team committed to improving the lives of our elderly patients!