Director of Clinical Operations (NP, PA, LCSW, LPC)

Ascend Healthcare is seeking a Director of Clinical Operations to lead psychiatry and therapy service lines across assigned community health center(s) and partnerships. The role provides leadership and oversight of operational execution, clinical program oversight, contract performance, and partner engagement. The Director fosters high-quality care delivery and collaborates with the Clinical Education & Excellence Department, CMO, and CCO, to align training, standards, and program development.

Requirements

• Board Certified and Independently Licensed as a Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), or Licensed therapist/counselor (LCSW, LMFT, LPC)
• 2+ years of Psychiatry/ Behavioral Health experience
• Active, unrestricted clinical license in state of primary residence and state of medical services being provided- Arizona State required
• Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing clinical operations and staff management
• Experience in EMR systems, data-driven reporting, and workflow optimization
• Experience working with Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) - preferred

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance