Medical Director (Physician/Psychiatrist) | Behavioral Health & Addiction Medicine

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Asheville, NC; Charlotte, NC; Charlottesville, VA; Fredericksburg, VA; King George, VA; Newport News, VA; Richmond, VA; Winston-Salem, NC · Asheville · New Caledonia

Posted Apr 20, 2026

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Physician

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Job description

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Medical Director

Compensation

The starting compensation for this role is $290,000 per year; final compensation will be determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications.

Lead Clinical Excellence. Transform Lives. Drive Growth.

Pyramid Healthcare is seeking an accomplished and compassionate Medical Director to provide executive clinical leadership across our behavioral health and substance use treatment programs.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced MD or DO who wants to combine leadership, strategy, and patient impact within a respected and growing healthcare organization.

As Medical Director, you will oversee medical services, guide provider teams, strengthen quality outcomes, ensure regulatory excellence, and collaborate with operational leaders to elevate care delivery across residential, outpatient, inpatient, and community-based programs.

Why Physicians Choose Pyramid Healthcare

✅ Executive-Level Leadership Role
✅ Mission-Driven Organization Changing Lives Daily
✅ Strong Administrative + Clinical Balance
✅ Growth-Focused, Multi-State Organization
✅ Collaborative Interdisciplinary Leadership Teams
✅ Opportunity to Shape Clinical Strategy & Outcomes

Location & Travel Requirements

Preferred candidate residence is Virginia/ North Carolina or close to it.
Regional travel to Pyramid Healthcare facilities is required
Must be available for on-site leadership presence, clinical support, and operational collaboration as needed

Core Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight of all medical services
Ensure safe, compliant, evidence-based patient care
Supervise physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and medical staff
Partner with executive leadership on strategy, planning, and growth
Develop and improve medical policies, procedures, and standards
Support integrated care alongside behavioral health, nursing, and clinical teams
Lead quality assurance, documentation excellence, and performance improvement
Assist with provider recruitment, credentialing, and onboarding
Provide consultation for complex medical and psychiatric cases

Psychiatry / ACTT Leadership Opportunities (When Applicable)

Psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management
Collaborate with Assertive Community Treatment Teams (ACTT)
Supervise psychiatric APP providers
Participate in treatment planning and interdisciplinary care meetings
Serve as medical liaison with external agencies and payors

Qualifications

MD or DO required
Active unrestricted medical license required
Candidate must hold or be willing to obtain medical licensure in North Carolina and/or Virginia
Board Certified / Board Eligible in Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine, Internal Medicine, or related specialty preferred
Leadership experience in behavioral health, psychiatric, or addiction treatment settings preferred
Strong executive presence, communication, and clinical judgment

About Pyramid Healthcare

Pyramid Healthcare is a leading national provider of behavioral healthcare and substance use disorder treatment services. Our mission is to improve lives through compassionate, high-quality, evidence-based care delivered by exceptional professionals.

Apply Today

If you are ready to lead meaningful clinical change while advancing your career in executive healthcare leadership, we would love to connect with you.

Pyramid CORE Values:

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.

Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Recognition Programs
Referral Bonus opportunities
And More!

Want to know more?

To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: https://bit.ly/Pyramid-Careers.

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.