Job Description

Psychiatric Medical Director Physician Needed in Rapid City, South Dakota

Step into a high-impact leadership role where your clinical expertise will guide a growing team and help shape the future of interventional psychiatry in the region. This full-time Medical Director position offers the chance to lead with purpose while maintaining a balanced schedule and strong organizational support. The role is ideal for a psychiatrist with experience or interest in interventional modalities such as TMS, ketamine, and Spravato.

Practice Overview

• Join a tightly knit team of five psychiatric NPs and a part-time psychiatrist
• Practice in a well-established outpatient clinic focused on depression, anxiety, and addiction treatment
• Practice model emphasizes advanced treatments, including TMS, Spravato, and ketamine, with no schizophrenia or bipolar cases
• Leadership duties include medical oversight, mentorship, and 4+ hours/week for administrative projects
• On-site presence needed for TMS motor threshold assessments and to guide clinical standards

Schedule

• Standard schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with dedicated time for admin and lunch
• Flexible for a four-day workweek or hybrid days for the right candidate (e.g., single parents, commuting professionals)
• Generous visit times: 60-minute new intakes and 30-minute follow-ups; support staff handles administrative load
• Telepsychiatry is available based on patient needs and your preferences

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary in the $330,000–$380,000+ range, depending on experience, aligned with MGMA benchmarks
• Medical Director stipend adds ~$25,000+ annually; $25K–$50K signing bonus tied to 2–3 year commitment
• 4 weeks of PTO, $2,000 CME allowance, occurrence-based malpractice with tail, and relocation/licensure support
• While medical benefits are modest, the group offers flexibility in other areas to ensure overall compensation meets your needs

Candidate Requirements

• Board-certified or board-eligible in psychiatry; both new grads and seasoned psychiatrists welcome
• Comfort with interventional psychiatry (or willingness to learn), including TMS and ketamine protocols
• Must be able to provide clinical supervision and serve as an anchor presence for the team
• Preference for candidates with South Dakota or regional ties, or a clear desire to live in the Black Hills area

Community & Location Highlights

Set in the heart of the Black Hills, Rapid City, South Dakota blends stunning natural beauty with a welcoming, small-town feel. Residents enjoy year-round access to national parks, hiking trails, and outdoor adventures, all while benefiting from affordable housing, top-rated schools, and a convenient regional airport. It's a place where you build a meaningful career and enjoy the kind of lifestyle that most people only visit for vacation.

Ready to trade traffic for trailheads? Apply today and see what life in the Black Hills can offer.

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