Psychiatric Medical Director Florida

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📍 Miami, Florida, United StatesFull time

About this role

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

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Where is the Psychiatric Medical Director Florida position at Commonwealth Medical Services located?
This Psychiatric Medical Director Florida role at Commonwealth Medical Services is based in Miami, Florida, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Psychiatric Medical Director Florida role at Commonwealth Medical Services full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Psychiatric Medical Director Florida role in the Docs - EAST department at Commonwealth Medical Services.
Which team or department does the Psychiatric Medical Director Florida at Commonwealth Medical Services belong to?
This Psychiatric Medical Director Florida position is part of the Docs - EAST department at Commonwealth Medical Services. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Psychiatric Medical Director Florida job at Commonwealth Medical Services posted?
This Psychiatric Medical Director Florida position at Commonwealth Medical Services was posted on Oct 13, 2025. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Psychiatric Medical Director Florida
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