Medical Director

Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting a high quality, comprehensive community mental health program in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to enrich communities and enhance the ability of individuals and families to improve their lives.

Chief Medical Officer

Employment Type: Full-time or Part-time

Northeast Kingdom Human Services is seeking a dedicated and experienced psychiatrist to join our team as the Chief Medical Officer (CMO)! The position has the flexibility to be either full or part-time. The CMO will play a pivotal role in providing clinical oversight and ensuring the efficient operation of our medical teams and services, while also contributing to the achievement of the Agency's mission.  This position is Monday-Friday, no on-call required. 

About Northeast Kingdom Human Services

NKHS is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting high quality, comprehensive community mental health programs in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities by promoting hope, healing, and support.  NKHS is a Designated Agency contracted with the State of Vermont to provide the highest quality of service in the areas of adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, children and youth with serious emotional disabilities, and adults with mental health and substance use challenges.  We serve the populations of Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties through a wide variety of targeted programs for individuals of all ages. NKHS has over 450 employees providing case management, community and home supports, residential care, psychiatry, medication management, therapy, vocational supports, school based counseling, emergency care, and respite services. These services are provided annually to nearly 4,000 of our local community members, helping them overcome challenges and achieve health in mind, body, and spirit. Visit us at NKHS.org  Check out Life in the NEK of Vermont

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Work towards improving the overall quality of client care provided by the Agency.
• Assumes leadership of NKHS’s medical team, including leading regular clinical operations meetings to support medical staff and develop team relationships.
• Enhance relationships with hospitals and other community partners collaborating with NKHS.
• The CMO engages in strategic planning and decision making processes regarding medical operations with NKHS’s Executive Director, Operations Director and Chief of Organizational Development.
• Execute the Agency's policies, systems, and agendas to maintain compliance and efficiency.
• Leads new initiatives in collaboration with the Chief of Organizational Development and the Operations Director, including One Care initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education & Licensing Requirements:  Must possess or be eligible for an unrestricted license to practice in Vermont, an unrestricted DEA license, and be board certified in psychiatry.
• Experience:  5-10 years’ adult outpatient psychiatry experience, including supervisory experience, is required.

SALARY & BENEFITS

• Generous base salary offered for this position.  Paid malpractice insurance, CEU/CME allowance and paid continuing education time also included.
• 403b retirement plan with Agency contribution and match.
• Generous paid vacation time, plus12 sick days and 12 paid holidays.
• Outstanding employee wellness program
• Exceptional benefits package including low-cost medical and dental, short-/long-term disability coverages, 403(b) retirement plan, life insurance, AFLAC, employee assistance program, generous paid time off and additional optional benefits.

Northeast Kingdom Human Services is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.