Job Title : Psychiatric Medical Director / Principal Investigator
Location : West Palm Beach (Boynton Beach), Florida
Position Type : Full-Time, Inpatient
Overview :
We are seeking an experienced Psychiatric Medical Director / Principal Investigator (PI) to lead our inpatient psychiatric program and oversee clinical trials at our West Palm Beach (Boynton Beach) facility. This full-time leadership position is available to start ASAP and requires a physician with demonstrated expertise in psychiatry, inpatient care, and research.
Responsibilities :
- Provide medical leadership and oversight for the inpatient psychiatric unit, ensuring delivery of high-quality, evidence-based patient care.
- Serve as Principal Investigator for clinical trials, maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and institutional research regulations.
- Supervise and mentor psychiatric staff, including physicians, nurse practitioners, and clinical teams.
- Collaborate with clinical research coordinators, sponsors, and CROs to ensure integrity, safety, and effectiveness of clinical trial protocols.
- Conduct patient evaluations, admissions, treatment planning, and ongoing management in the inpatient setting.
- Review and approve study-related documentation, adverse event reporting, and regulatory submissions.
- Foster a collaborative environment between clinical care and research initiatives.
- Develop and implement policies, procedures, and quality initiatives to optimize patient outcomes.
- Represent the program at internal and external meetings, conferences, and community outreach events.
Qualifications :
MD or DO degree with Board Certification / Eligibility in Psychiatry.Active or eligible Florida medical license .Prior experience as a Medical Director and / or Principal Investigator in clinical trials required.Strong background in inpatient psychiatry , including acute care and crisis stabilization.Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams.Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), FDA, and IRB guidelines.Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.Compensation & Benefits :
Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives.Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.Malpractice coverage provided.CME allowance and professional development support.Relocation assistance available.Paid time off and holidays.Schedule :
Full-time, primarily inpatient with clinical trial oversight.Monday – Friday, with some on-call responsibilities as needed