Clinical Medical Director Psychiatrist, Hybrid in Chicago
Company: Optum
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 8, 2025
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Job Description:
*** $20,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates! ***
Uptown Psych, part of the Optum family of businesses is seeking a
Clinical Medical Director / Psychiatrist to join our team in
Chicago, IL. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is
changing the way clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum
Behavioral Care Team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to
make healthcare better for everyone.
Established in 2011, Uptown Psych is committed to bringing the best
possible, evidence-based mental health services to the Chicago
metropolitan area. As the Clinical Medical Director, you will work
with clinicians at our centers in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana
while promoting a just culture and safe clinical environment for
our patients and providers. You will maintain a clinical caseload
(0.6 FTE) and provide clinical oversight (0.4 FTE ), allowing you
to continue providing patient care while leveraging your expertise
on a broader scale. You will collaborate with operational
leadership to offer clinical insight into operational processes as
needed.
This 1.0 FTE position provides the flexibility of a hybrid work
arrangement, combining time at our center located at 4753 N.
Broadway St. in Chicago with the ability to work from home. This is
a salaried position with quarterly bonus potential based on
productivity after six months.
Primary Responsibilities:
Engage in clinical work, including patient care and clinical
supervision -
Manage a team of psychiatrists and advanced practice clinicians
(APCs)
Serve as the collaborating physician and/or clinical supervisor of
APCs
Serve as a multi-state, dyadic partner to center operations leader
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Maintain quality assurance programs by participating in chart
reviews -and analyzing outcome metrics
Contribute to initiatives for continuing education, including
CMEs
Champion patient safety through RLDatix reporting and reviews
Benefits Include:
Full medical, dental, and vision benefits
Life and AD&D Insurance plus Short- and Long-Term Disability
coverage
401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Generous PTO plus paid company holidays
Reimbursement and time off allotment for CME activities
Peloton and gym memberships discounts
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an
environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on
what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide
development for other roles you may be interested in.Required
Qualifications:
M.D. (Doctor of Medicine) or D.O. (Doctor of Osteopathic
Medicine)
Active, unrestricted Psychiatrist license in at least one of the
following states: Illinois, Wisconsin, or Indiana. Must be willing
to obtain licensures in remaining states within 90 days, if
applicable
Active Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license for
prescribing controlled substances
Board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
(ABPN)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification -
3+ years of clinical work experience, post-residency
Eligible to enroll as a Medicare provider or ability to terminate
opt-out, if applicable
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with clinical supervision / collaboration -
Experience working in an outpatient clinic setting
Experience working with computers for professional communication
and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS or other
Electronic Health Record systems (EHRs)
Knowledge of Spravato or willing to be trained
Knowledge of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) or willing to
be trained -
Demonstrated leadership skills and/or experience; i.e.,
implementing strategic initiatives, leading/mentoring teams,
managing projects, etc. -
*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to
UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Explore opportunities at Optum Behavioral Care. We're
revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals,
clinicians and the entire health care system. Together, we are
bringing high-end medical service, compassionate care and industry
leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. Our
holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs
of our patients wherever they may be - helping patients access and
navigate care anytime and anywhere. We're connecting care to create
a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join
our team, it's your chance to improve the lives of millions while
Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The salary range for this role is $214,000 to $382,000 annually
based on full-time employment. Salary Range is defined as total
cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base
and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local
labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc.
UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as
applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers
benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and
recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution
(all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter
where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll
find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal
Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,
protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information,
or any other characteristic protected by law.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass
a drug test before beginning employment.
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