Medical Director - Psychiatrist

Job description

Beckley Clinical (BC) is a leader in behavioral health innovation, committed to delivering transformative outcomes through evidence-based drug-assisted therapies. Rooted in over 30 years of experience in psychedelic research, Beckley Clinical was founded to address the critical need for effective, accessible, and safe treatments for behavioral health conditions. Our current mission is to integrate ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) with holistic mental health interventions to improve patient outcomes in real-world clinical settings. In particular, we provide virtual wraparound therapeutic support for patients receiving ketamine or esketamine at partner clinics. Are you a physician ready to shape the future of healthcare? We're seeking a dynamic Medical Director to lead our rapidly growing, cutting-edge clinic in San Antonio. This is more than a position; it's an opportunity to be part of comprehensive lifestyle medicine, pioneer innovative treatments including Spravato, ketamine therapy, TMS, and build lasting partnerships with community providers. ### Key Responsibilities - Conduct comprehensive lifestyle assessments to identify areas for intervention, including nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and sleep habits. - Conduct interventional evaluations and consultations for new patients, including Spravato, and IV ketamine for mental health. - Build and maintain a solid patient base for medication management. - Administer and monitor intravenous psychiatric medications and infusion therapies - Educate patients to ensure success with treatment plans. - Provide and manage direct patient care, including new patient evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment. - Develop and implement patient care management plans, document progress notes, and ensure continuity of care. - Training and making sure SOPs are followed and practiced. - Prescribe medications and other treatment modalities as appropriate, and refer patients to specialists as needed. - Collaborate as part of an integrated, multi-disciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care. - Instruct and counsel patients on compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens. - Communicate with patients regarding test results, follow-up care, and other relevant information. - Supervise Nurse Practitioners as needed. ### Qualifications - Must live in, near, or willing to relocate to San Antonio, as you will be required to be onsite at our San Antonio clinic. - Current Texas medical license or willing to obtain. - DEA license - Patient-centric attitude with a strong commitment to quality patient care. - Demonstrated initiative, creativity, problem-solving ability, adaptability, and flexibility. - Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to build rapport and motivate clients. - Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse populations - Proficiency with electronic health records (Athena) and standard office software.