Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering high-quality care in addiction treatment and mental health recovery. They are seeking a Vice President of Clinical Operations to oversee and advance clinical services across their behavioral health and substance use disorder programs, ensuring regulatory compliance and improving outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement organization-wide clinical strategies that improve quality, outcomes, and operational performance
• Provide leadership and oversight to Regional Clinical Directors and program-level clinical leaders
• Partner with executive leadership on program development, clinical innovation, and operational initiatives
• Lead implementation and fidelity monitoring of evidence-based practices including ASAM criteria and trauma-informed care
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards including CARF, OMHSAS, DDAP, and other licensing bodies
• Guide programs through audits, licensing renewals, and corrective action processes
• Review and maintain clinical policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure consistency and regulatory alignment
• Collaborate with Quality and Compliance teams to establish clinical performance indicators and improvement initiatives
• Monitor key clinical metrics including engagement, outcomes, readmission rates, and length of stay
• Utilize data-driven decision making to improve program performance and clinical effectiveness
• Support payer initiatives and value-based purchasing efforts tied to measurable quality outcomes
• Mentor and develop Clinical Directors and interdisciplinary leadership teams
• Support clinical staff training, competency development, and credentialing processes
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Partner with Operations, Finance, Business Development, and Payer Relations teams to align clinical and organizational goals
• Support implementation of new clinical programs, technology solutions, and innovative care models
• Represent Pyramid Healthcare at conferences, regulatory meetings, and external partnerships

Skills

• Master's Degree in a behavioral health-related field required (Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, or related field)
• 7–10 years of progressive clinical leadership experience in behavioral health or substance use disorder treatment
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Strong understanding of behavioral health and substance use treatment modalities
• Ability to analyze data and drive strategic decision-making
• Commitment to ethical care, compliance, and clinical excellence
• Independent clinical licensure strongly preferred: LPC, LCSW, LMFT, Licensed Psychologist, PMHNP / CRNP-PMH
• Experience leading multi-site or multi-state clinical operations strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards including CARF, OMHSAS, DDAP, and related agencies
• Experience with payer relations, outcomes measurement, and performance improvement initiatives preferred

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities

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