The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD, a cornerstone of comprehensive psychiatric care is seeking a visionary Vice President, Medical - Outpatient and Medical Education Programs! This prestigious position offers an unparalleled opportunity to influence the future of mental health services across our expansive outpatient programs and to lead the development of the next generation of mental health professionals through our esteemed medical education partnerships.

Your Role and Impact

As the VP, Medical - Outpatient and Medical Education Programs you will hold a pivotal role with extensive leadership scope and oversight of The Harris Center's four major outpatient psychiatric programs, co-location sites, and medical education programs. Your leadership will ensure the highest standards of patient care, balancing clinical excellence with contractual performance and regulatory compliance. The role also has responsibility for the divisional medical peer review, supervision and delegation for advanced practice providers (Physician Assistants, APRN/PMHNPs, clinical pharmacy specialists).

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership in Medical Services: Overseeing the provision of medical services across outpatient programs, focusing on adult mental health, child/adolescent services, and integrated primary care.
• Policy Development and Administration: Spearheading the development and administration of medical policies and procedures to enhance patient care and compliance.
• Oversight of Medical Education: Directing the administration and growth of our medical education programs. The Harris Center has multiple medical educational programs in partnership with the local medical schools (Baylor College of Medicine, UTHealth Houston, University of Houston), supported by several state grants.
• Oversight of Outpatient Medical Services: Providing oversight for the effective utilization of medical and pharmacy services in the Division.
• Team Leadership: Leading and mentoring a diverse team of medical professionals, including the Medical Director of Medical Education, Lead Psychiatrists, and the Lead Primary Care Physician.

Who We Are Looking For

• Education: B oard-Certified in psychiatry
• • • Graduation from as Accredited Medical School and Psychiatric Residency Program.
    • Certificates, and Licenses: Texas Medical License
• Experienced Leader: An individual who is board-certified in psychiatry with over 4 years of medical management experience, ideally within a community health center environment (FQHC or similar). Key leadership skills include organizational savviness, customer service/patient satisfaction focus, integrity, continuous learning mindset, clinical informatics, and passion for helping build the next generation of leaders in community mental health.
• Skilled Communicator: Someone with strong communication skills to develop and maintain relationships with multiple stakeholders.
• Change Agent: Proficiency in change management, clinical informatics, population health management, and physician performance management.
• Educational Innovator: A passion for medical education and building the next generation of community mental health leaders.

What unique qualifications differentiate you from other candidates:

Strong preference for advanced administrative degree (MHA, MBA, MHSA, MPH) or FACHE, and specialty certification (child, addiction psychiatry), although not required.

What We Have to Offer:

The Harris Center not only offers a competitive salary but also a suite of excellent benefits designed to enrich your life both professionally and personally. Imagine a future with a robust retirement plan complemented by our generous company matching - a testament to our investment in your long-term financial well-being. Experience the unique advantage of our prior service credit, accelerating your journey towards a more substantial Paid Time Off accrual, empowering you to enjoy well-deserved breaks.

Enjoy Cell Phone Discounts, exclusive entertainment deals through Tickets at Work, and a free Headspace subscription for mental wellness. Additionally, our Employee Assistance Program supports your overall well-being.

Take advantage of significant financial relief through student loan forgiveness as a valued member of The Harris Center team. As a qualifying entity, our psychiatrists are eligible for various student loan forgiveness programs, designed to alleviate the financial burdens associated with higher education. This includes the Mental Health Professionals Loan Repayment Program , specifically tailored for professionals working in local mental health authorities like ours. This benefit is in alignment with our commitment to support your financial well-being and professional growth, allowing you to focus more on your passion for mental health care and less on financial constraints.

Elevate your professional journey with The Harris Center's signature Clinical Transformation Learning Series, a distinctive perk for our team members. This series grants complimentary CMEs bi-monthly, creating a robust platform for ongoing learning and career advancement. Designed with practicing psychiatrists in mind, these sessions span a broad spectrum of essential subjects, enhancing your expertise and practice. Beyond fulfilling CME requirements, these dynamic and enlightening sessions offer practical knowledge and advanced insights, empowering you to thrive in your role. In alignment with our dedication to your professional growth, we proudly offer these educational experiences at no cost, nurturing a culture of continuous improvement and clinical excellence.

About us:

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The Harris Center provided care to over 80 ,000 people in fiscal year 20 22 and has an annual budget of over $275 million.

As part of its mission to transform the lives of people with behavioral health and IDD needs in the third largest county in the United States, The Harris Center provides a full continuum of services at more than 80 different Harris Center and partner sites across Harris County. In addition, services are provided in more than 42 different languages as well as sign language in order to better serve what is one of the most diverse and multi-cultural communities in the nation.

By utilizing the unique expertise of its more than 2, 6 00 employees, The Harris Center is committed to meeting the behavioral health and IDD needs of Harris County residents and giving them hope to live to their fullest potential.