Vice President, System Behavioral Health

This Psychiatry position at Baptist Health System is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in Jacksonville, Florida.

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Strategic Leadership, Clinical Operations, Program Development, Regulatory Compliance, Budget Management, Financial Performance, Patient Experience, Multidisciplinary Team Leadership. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: Provide executive leadership and strategic oversight for all behavioral health departments across the health system's continuum of care. Drive system-wide initiatives focused on access, quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and the growth of behavioral health services.

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.