Description
Psychiatric Emergency Department Medical Director
Riverside Mental Health & Recovery Center
Riverside Medical Group | Hampton, Virginia
Lead Virginia's Premier Psychiatric Emergency Department
Riverside Medical Group is seeking an exceptional physician leader to serve as Medical Director of Virginia's first and only dedicated Psychiatric Emergency Department (PED) at Riverside Mental Health & Recovery Center.
This is an outstanding opportunity to lead one of the Commonwealth's most innovative behavioral health programs while helping shape the future of psychiatric emergency care throughout southeastern Virginia. The Medical Director will provide strategic clinical leadership while maintaining an active clinical practice in a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Lead Virginia's only dedicated Psychiatric Emergency Department
- Combine clinical practice with meaningful physician leadership
- Influence the future of behavioral health care across the region
- Work alongside experienced Emergency Medicine, Psychiatry, Nursing, and Behavioral Health teams
- Integrated behavioral health system with seamless inpatient and outpatient care
- Epic electronic medical record across the Riverside Health System
- Mission-driven, physician-led organization focused on quality and innovation
Position Highlights
As Medical Director, you will:
- Provide clinical leadership for Psychiatric Emergency Department operations
- Champion quality, patient safety, and clinical excellence
- Partner with Emergency Medicine and hospital leadership to enhance care delivery
- Recruit, mentor, and support physician providers
- Drive program development and operational improvements
- Maintain an active clinical practice caring for patients experiencing psychiatric emergencies
- Foster a collaborative, patient-centered culture built on evidence-based care
About Riverside Mental Health & Recovery Center
The Riverside Mental Health & Recovery Center is home to Virginia's first dedicated Psychiatric Emergency Department, offering specialized emergency psychiatric evaluation, stabilization, and treatment for adolescents and adults experiencing behavioral health crises.
Patients benefit from:
- Immediate psychiatric evaluation and stabilization
- Dedicated behavioral health emergency services
- Multidisciplinary treatment teams
- Direct access to inpatient and outpatient behavioral health programs
- Coordinated care throughout Riverside's integrated health system
This nationally recognized model has earned statewide recognition for transforming behavioral health crisis care and improving access for patients throughout the region.
Qualifications
Candidates should possess:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Psychiatry, Emergency Medicine, or Family Medicine (strongly preferred)
- Experience in emergency psychiatry, emergency medicine, or acute behavioral health
- Previous physician leadership experience preferred
- Virginia medical license (or ability to obtain)
- DEA certification
The Ideal Candidate
We're looking for a physician leader who is:
- Passionate about advancing behavioral health care
- Experienced in high-acuity psychiatric or emergency settings
- Collaborative and approachable
- Committed to quality improvement and patient safety
- Dedicated to mentoring colleagues and developing high-performing teams
- Inspired to make a lasting impact on a growing behavioral health program
Our Provider Compact
At Riverside, our mission is simple:
To care for others as we would care for those we love.
Our physicians are guided by three core principles:
Patients First, Pursue Excellence, Stronger Together
As a Riverside provider, you will join a culture where physicians:
- Prioritize safety and clinical excellence
- Lead with compassion and empathy
- Collaborate with mutual respect
- Serve as educators, mentors, and lifelong learners
- Take ownership in improving care for every patient
Why Riverside?
Riverside Health has served coastal Virginia for more than 100 years and is recognized as one of the region's premier integrated health systems. Our physician leaders help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, collaboration, and a steadfast commitment to exceptional patient care.
You'll enjoy:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Physician leadership development opportunities
- Collaborative provider culture
- Integrated Epic EMR
- Strong administrative support
- Professional growth within a nationally respected health system
Live Where Others Vacation
Hampton Roads offers an exceptional quality of life with:
- Beautiful waterfront communities
- Mild four-season climate
- Historic coastal towns
- Beaches, boating, and outdoor recreation
- Excellent public and private schools
- Vibrant arts, dining, and entertainment
- Convenient access to Richmond, Williamsburg, Virginia Beach, and Washington, D.C.
Whether you're looking for waterfront living, family-friendly neighborhoods, or an active coastal lifestyle, southeastern Virginia offers something for everyone.
Exceptional Benefits That Support Physician Well-Being
Riverside invests in the health and wellness of our providers through innovative support programs, including:
VITAL WorkLife
- A comprehensive physician wellness program featuring:
- Behavioral health counseling
- Clinician peer coaching
- Burnout prevention resources
- Legal and financial consultations
- WorkLife Concierge services
- Mobile wellness app
- 24/7 confidential support
Hiring Range:
$307,000.00 – $398,000.00 Actual pay depends on specialty, experience, and performance
For more information, please forward your CV directly to Nicole.laroche@rivhs.com along with a convenient time for me to follow up with you.
Caring For Others As We Would Care For Those We Love
