Job Description
University of Michigan Health Sparrow is seeking a dynamic, board-certified psychiatrist to serve as the Medical Director of Behavioral Health Services. This is a unique opportunity to lead a growing behavioral health service line while helping shape the future of psychiatric care across Mid-Michigan.
As Medical Director, you will partner with physician and administrative leadership to advance clinical excellence, expand access to care, and help guide the development of one of Michigan's newest behavioral health hospitals.
Behavioral Health Services at University of Michigan Health Sparrow are being developed in strategic partnership with Sheppard Pratt, one of the nation's most respected behavioral healthcare organizations. This collaboration brings together the academic strength and innovation of University of Michigan Health with Sheppard Pratt's nationally recognized expertise in behavioral health care, creating an exceptional environment for clinical leadership, program development, and innovation.
Today, University of Michigan Health Sparrow provides adult and geriatric inpatient programs supported by partial hospitalization, day treatment, and outpatient behavioral health services.
In 2028, UM Health Sparrow will open a new 64-bed Behavioral Health Hospital, expanding adult and geriatric services while introducing child and adolescent inpatient psychiatry for the first time in the Lansing region. This position offers the rare opportunity to help build a new hospital, influence program development, recruit future physician leaders, and establish the clinical culture of a growing regional behavioral health system.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Help lead the development of a brand-new 64-bed behavioral health hospital
- Influence the strategic growth of behavioral health services across the region
- Collaborate with leaders from both University of Michigan Health and Sheppard Pratt to implement nationally recognized behavioral health best practices
- Balance clinical practice with meaningful physician leadership responsibilities
- Opportunity for a faculty appointment with the University of Michigan Medical School (appointment and academic rank commensurate with qualifications)
- Opportunities to participate in teaching, quality improvement, program development, and other academic initiatives
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact on behavioral health care for Mid-Michigan
