Overview

CHI Health & Children’s Nebraska are searching for a Medical Director to join the team.

As the Medical Director for Children’s Nebraska Acute Behavioral Health Services, you will work

in partnership with senior leadership as we prepare for the grand opening of our Behavioral

Health and Wellness Center in 2026 . This collaboration between CHI Health, Creighton University

and Children's Hospital brings together a team that is dedicated to top notch behavioral health care.

The facility will consist of a behavioral health crisis assessment center, inpatient mental health and

partial hospitalization services, an eating disorders partial hospitalization program, outpatient behavioral

health clinic, and a primary care clinic with behavioral health integration. Learn more about this world

class center by visiting our website: Health and Wellness Center (https://www.childrensnebraska.org/health-news/behavioral-health-wellness-center-at-childrens/)

At Children’s, the region’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the

very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose, and professional development in an

environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply

valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including

the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team—and join

us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve. Children's is committed

to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people

with disabilities.

A Brief Overview of the role

The Medical Director of the Acute Psychiatric Inpatient Service will provide:

• Visionary leadership and clinical expertise, overseeing the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care.

• Blend the biological, psychological, and social aspects of mental health to develop and implement innovative treatment strategies.

• Accountable to provide supervisory and administrative tasks, provide and role model interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient outcomes.

• Responsible for our acute behavioral health services including the crisis assessment center, the inpatient units and the mental health partial hospitalization program.

• Responsible for standardizing and delivering high quality of clinical care and outcomes and supporting the development of the strategic plan.

• Works collaboratively with other behavioral health and hospital leaders, including physician and nursing leaders to create a cohesive, quality driven behavioral health service line.

Catholic Health Initiatives is a part of CommonSpirit ® , one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care:

• Diagnose and treat various medical conditions.

• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.

• Conduct thorough medical examinations and histories.

• Communication:

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

• Provide clear and concise medical information.

• Foster a collaborative and patient-centered approach to healthcare.

• Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.

• Document medical findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans.

• Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.

• Diagnostic Procedures:

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging.

• Perform procedures as needed

• Collaborate with specialists for further diagnostic evaluation.

• Team Collaboration:

• Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.

• Provide consultative services to other healthcare providers.

• Quality Improvement:

• Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.

• Review and analyze clinical outcomes for continuous improvement.

• Implement changes to enhance patient care and safety.

• Compliance:

• Adhere to ethical and legal standards in medical practice.

• Stay informed about healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.

• Participate in quality audits to ensure adherence to standards.

• Continuous Learning:

• Stay abreast of medical advancements and best practices.

• Participate in ongoing medical education and training.

• Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.

Qualifications

• American Board Certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty

• A valid and unrestricted state medical license or license-eligible

Pay Range

$130.00 - $132.22 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.