Chief Medical Officer - Psychiatrist

Acadia Healthcare

2 months ago

United States$285k–350kFull TimePsychiatry

✓ No Weekends

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Above Market

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81% above median for Psychiatry

Job Description

About the Role

Join Acadia Healthcare as a Chief Medical Officer - Psychiatrist in United States.

Key Responsibilities

Fri West Pines Behavioral Health Hospital, located in Westminster, CO, provides specialized care for adolescents ages 13

17, adults age 18 and older, and seniors age 55 and older who are living with mental health concerns and co

occurring substance use disorders. Our comprehensive approach is tailored to each age group, addressing the mental, physical, emotional, and social aspects of well

being to promote holistic healing. We are currently seeking a Full

Requirements

Doctoral degree in Medicine (MD or DO) required.

Board certified in Psychiatry required.

Previous experience as a Medical Director preferred.

Licenses/Certifications: Current, unrestricted license to practice medicine by the state in which the facility operates.

Benefits & Compensation

Salary range: $285,000 to $350,000 annually.

Work Schedule

Full-time position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

This position offers competitive compensation. Work with Acadia Healthcare in United States.

Key Skills

Medical LeadershipPsychiatryQuality AssuranceSupervisionMedical ManagementClinical ProtocolsDirect Patient CareStaff SupervisionLiaisonPolicy AdherenceCall CoverageMedical RecordsBudget ManagementRevenue ManagementGoal DevelopmentPolicy Implementation

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Overview

This Chief Medical Officer - Psychiatrist position at Acadia Healthcare includes the following lifestyle factors: no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

Psychiatry — Physician Career Context

This Psychiatry position at Acadia Healthcare 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.

Compensation Analysis

Acadia Healthcare lists compensation for this physician position at $285k to $350k annually.

This is approximately 6% above the national median for Psychiatry professionals, which is around $300k.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Why This Position Stands Out

No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
Transparent compensation ($285k–$350k)

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Medical Leadership, Psychiatry, Quality Assurance, Supervision, Medical Management, Clinical Protocols, Direct Patient Care, Staff Supervision. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: The Chief Medical Officer is responsible for the leadership, quality assurance, supervision, and overall medical management of the facility, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. This role involves defining clinical protocols, providing direct patient care, supervising staff, and m...

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