Medical Director Psychiatry Jobs in Kansas
Medical Director Psychiatry jobs in Kansas are open across Kansas City, Wichita, and Coffeyville and other Kansas metros, with employers like The University of Kansas Health System, Wesley Medical Center, and Fair Haven Community Health Care hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Specialization:
Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Job Summary:
Qualified Candidates:
- Board eligible or board certified in pediatric critical care
- Available full time for block scheduling; service covers hospital 24/7
- Ability to work days, nights and cover the pediatric sedation service
Champion Clinical Excellence: Leverage national benchmarks (e.g., HCA CSG, AAP, CMS) to guide performance improvement and ensure high-quality pediatric critical care.
Provide Clinical Leadership: Direct patient care protocols, lead pediatric mock codes, supervise Pediatric Rapid Response and Transport Teams, and coordinate multidisciplinary rounds.
Drive Program Development: Oversee ongoing program growth, support patient satisfaction initiatives, and lead onboarding for new PICU physicians.
Support Recruitment Efforts: Collaborate with leadership to recruit top pediatric specialists aligned with facility and community needs.
Lead Clinical Education: Develop and deliver educational programs for subspecialty physicians and staff, including case studies and best practices in pediatric critical care.
Collaborate with Facility Leadership: Work closely with hospital administration to align PICU goals with strategic, operational, and service line objectives.
Incentives/Benefits Package:
In addition to unmatched potential for flexibility and career growth and a competitive salary with incentives, a comprehensive benefits program is available for full-time colleagues. This includes:
- Paid malpractice
- Coverage for medical, behavioral health, prescription drugs, dental and vision
- Wellbeing resources, including free counseling
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
- Time off, including disability coverage
- Supplemental health protection plans
- Flexible spending accounts
- Financial wellbeing resources
- Family-focused and voluntary benefits
- CME time and dues allowance and license reimbursement
About Wesley Medical Center:
A 712-bed, ACS level 1 trauma center drawing from 2/3rds of Kansas and parts of contiguous states.
- Multiple residency programs and comprehensive specialty services.
- Part of HCA Healthcare’s Continental Division, recently named to the IBM Watson Health 15 Top Health Systems list.
Wichita is Kansas’ largest city, home to 600K+ in the greater metro area and drawing from over 1 million from rural Kansas and parts of contiguous states. Average single-family home cost 30% below the national median, cost of living 10+% percent below the national average. Wichita offers a superb range of private and parochial schools. This regional hub of university faculty, healthcare, and aviation industry professionals demand great schools for their kids. Home of the University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita with over 1,000 faculty members and 13 ACGME accredited residency programs. 14 minutes from hospital to a beautiful new regional airport with five major airlines.
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Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Medical Director Psychiatry Job Market in Kansas
A snapshot from current Kansas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- The University of Kansas Health System4

- Wesley Medical Center3

- Fair Haven Community Health Care1

- Grifols1

- Labette Health1

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services8
- Human Resources3
- Distribution & Wholesale1
- Education1
What Kansas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical director psychiatry jobs across Kansas.
- Board certification in psychiatry through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Active, unrestricted state medical license in the state of the position
- Five or more years of clinical psychiatry experience with prior leadership or supervisory responsibilities
- Experience with Joint Commission, CMS, or state behavioral health regulatory compliance
- Demonstrated ability to develop clinical protocols, quality improvement initiatives, and staff training programs
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems used in psychiatric or behavioral health settings
Medical Director Psychiatry Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions
How many medical director psychiatry jobs are there in Kansas?
There are 12+ medical director psychiatry openings in Kansas on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Kansas City, Wichita, and Coffeyville. New positions post regularly as employers across Kansas hire.
How much do medical director psychiatries make in Kansas?
Medical director psychiatries in Kansas earn a median of about $278,100 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $147,070 for the lowest 10% to over $339,990 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Kansas cities have the most medical director psychiatry jobs?
Kansas City, Wichita, and Coffeyville have the most medical director psychiatry openings in Kansas right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire medical director psychiatrys in Kansas?
Employers hiring medical director psychiatrys in Kansas include The University of Kansas Health System, Wesley Medical Center, and Fair Haven Community Health Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote medical director psychiatry jobs in Kansas?
Yes. About 17% of medical director psychiatry openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Kansas metros.
How do I apply for medical director psychiatry jobs in Kansas?
You can apply to medical director psychiatry jobs in Kansas directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Kansas location, then apply to each one that fits.
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