Lead Psychiatrist - Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) - Santa Barbara, CA

Job Title: Lead Psychiatrist – Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF)
Location: Santa Barbara, California

A county-based behavioral health program is seeking a Lead Psychiatrist to support clinical leadership within a Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) serving adult patients. This part-time leadership role (20 hours/week) combines direct patient care with program oversight, quality improvement involvement, and collaboration with facility leadership.

This county behavioral health system provides a full continuum of care, including adult and child mental health services, substance use treatment, and community-based programs. The organization is committed to collaboration, community partnership, and patient-centered care, supporting individuals, families, and community partners.

• 16-bed inpatient Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF)
• Adult patient population (18+)
• Team-based environment with multiple psychiatrists and clinical staff

• Provide psychiatric care in an inpatient PHF setting as needed
• Support and assist with all Staff Psychiatrist clinical duties
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
• Attend and contribute to PHF Governing Board meetings
• Provide clinical leadership and guidance to the care team
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including nursing, social work, and case management
• Assist with treatment planning, care coordination, and discharge planning
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
• Support program development, compliance, and quality of care standards

• Part-time: 20 hours per week
• Flexible scheduling options available
• Inpatient setting (adult population)

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified in Psychiatry
• Active California medical license (or ability to obtain)
• DEA license required
• Experience in inpatient psychiatry required
• Prior leadership, supervisory, or medical director experience preferred

• Strong leadership and clinical oversight capabilities
• Expertise in inpatient psychiatric care and acute stabilization
• Experience with quality improvement initiatives (QAPI)
• Effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills
• Ability to balance clinical and administrative responsibilities
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care

• $210/hour (W-2, part-time)
• Attractive 401(k) with competitive company match

• Leadership opportunity within a county-based behavioral health system
• Combination of clinical + administrative responsibilities
• Collaborative, mission-driven environment
• Located in coastal Santa Barbara, CA