Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Northwest Texas Behavioral Health

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Northwest Texas Behavioral Health at UHS a 3.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Behavioral Health physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Behavioral Health position at UHS 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.

This position is based in Amarillo, Texas.

Texas 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: Operational Management, Strategic Planning, Financial Management, Clinical Operations, Regulatory Compliance, Healthcare Administration, Staff Development, Quality Improvement. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Behavioral Health role.

Core responsibilities: The CEO is responsible for directing the day-to-day operations of the behavioral health facility, including managing clinical and non-clinical departments. They must ensure high-quality patient care, achieve financial objectives, and maintain compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

Benefits package: Challenging and rewarding work environment, Growth and development opportunities, Competitive compensation, Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plan, 401k plan with company match, Generous paid time off, Relocation benefits, Bonus opportunity. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.