Description

Georgia Regional Hospital Atlanta (GRHA)

Salary: $267,338

Lead Clinical Excellence at One of Georgia's Premier Behavioral Health Hospitals

Georgia Regional Hospital Atlanta (GRHA) is seeking an experienced Psychiatrist to serve as our Clinical Director. This is an exceptional opportunity for a physician leader who is passionate about improving behavioral healthcare, developing high-performing clinical teams, and advancing quality patient care.

As Clinical Director, you will play a key leadership role in guiding clinical operations, shaping healthcare programs, supporting multidisciplinary teams, and helping ensure that GRHA continues to provide high-quality, accessible services to the individuals and communities we serve.

Why Georgia Regional Hospital Atlanta?

Located on 174 acres in DeKalb County, GRHA operates 334 licensed and accredited inpatient beds across three major program areas:

• Adult Mental Health Services
• Forensic Services
• Developmental Disabilities/Skilled Nursing Services

GRHA serves individuals throughout the greater Atlanta region and works closely with community providers and DBHDD's Region 3 Field Office to ensure continuity of care and positive outcomes for patients transitioning back into the community.

As a Joint Commission-accredited and CMS-certified facility, GRHA is committed to clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and person-centered care. We proudly serve many indigent and homeless individuals, ensuring access to care regardless of ability to pay.

GRHA's commitment to patient-centered care, clinical excellence, and community partnership supports the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities' mission, vision, and values.

Position Overview

The Clinical Director provides leadership, direction, and oversight for healthcare services and clinical operations throughout the hospital. The successful candidate will help drive strategic initiatives, strengthen quality and performance outcomes, and support the development of a collaborative, patient-focused culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and implementation of clinical policies and procedures.
• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate healthcare service delivery.
• Monitor and evaluate healthcare programs and services.
• Provide leadership and guidance to managers and clinical staff.
• Ensure healthcare services are appropriate, accessible, and responsive to community needs.
• Develop short- and long-term goals and contribute to strategic and operational planning.
• Lead recruitment, training, performance management, and development of healthcare staff.
• Maintain awareness of advances in medicine, healthcare technology, regulations, and healthcare financing.
• Direct human resources and administrative activities related to clinical operations.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Oversee the planning, development, scheduling, and implementation of healthcare programs and activities.
• Participate in budget development and administration.
• Use data, assessments, and program outcomes to guide policy development and planning efforts.
• Establish priorities and implement initiatives that address identified healthcare needs.
• Ensure continuous active treatment and high-quality care for patients served by the hospital.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

• An advanced clinical degree.
• Active professional licensure in the State of Georgia.
• 7–10 years of behavioral healthcare experience.
• 3–5 years of leadership experience in a healthcare setting.
• Experience in inpatient psychiatric services.
• Experience with regulatory compliance and quality improvement initiatives.
• Experience in staff development and multidisciplinary team leadership.
• Experience managing clinical operations, staffing, and performance improvement efforts.

Successful candidates will demonstrate a proven ability to improve patient outcomes, ensure regulatory compliance, and align clinical services with organizational goals.

Benefits

GRHA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Paid Time Off

• 15 vacation days annually during the first 5 years of service
• 18 vacation days annually after 5 years of service
• 21 vacation days annually after 10 years of service
• Sick leave accrued at 10 hours per month (15 days annually)
• 13 paid State of Georgia holidays

Retirement

• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Insurance Options

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Healthcare and Childcare Spending Accounts
• Life and Dependent Life Insurance

Minimum Qualifications

Medical degree recognized by the Georgia Composite Medical Board (GCMB) and licensure or license-eligible to practice medicine at a state institution or in the State of Georgia as provided by state law, plus three (3) years of experience at the lower-level Physician 3 (HCP162) or equivalent position.

Employment Requirements

State law requires a national and state background check as a condition of employment.

Join Georgia Regional Hospital Atlanta and help lead the delivery of high-quality behavioral healthcare services while making a lasting impact on the lives of individuals and communities across Georgia.