We believe that mental health is just as important as physical health. We recognize that mental health issues can be complex and multifaceted, and we are dedicated to treating the whole person, not just the symptoms.

We aim to create a world where mental health is no longer stigmatized or marginalized, but rather is embraced as an integral part of one’s overall well-being. 

We believe that by providing quality care that is both evidence-based and compassionate, we can empower individuals to take charge of their mental health and achieve their full potential. We are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of those struggling with mental health issues and we strive to be a force for positive change in the field of mental healthcare.

About the Role

As our Medical Director for the contracted, multi-state psychiatry model at Rula, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our mission of making mental health care accessible and effective for everyone. You will report to the CMO, yet at this leadership level function highly independently. You will be responsible for owning the development and progress of quality initiatives and programs alongside Business, Legal and Clinical Operational leadership to sustainably grow psychiatry services in all fifty states. You will lead the development and implementation of the key processes and systems that define clinical quality – provider quality management, measurement informed care, patient safety. Your primary directive will be ensuring onboarding, monitoring, education, and remediation of the 1099 psychiatry provider group including MD, DO and NP licensure with specialty psychiatry training. Additionally, you will assist with cross-coverage for CMO duties and when necessary for leadership in the Rula psychiatry group as a whole. 

At Rula, we recognize the significance of mental health and aim to revolutionize mental healthcare delivery. This role presents an opportunity to partner closely with clinical and operational leadership to transform data insights and evidence-based standards into initiatives and repeatable processes. You will have a seat at the table with executive leaders, executing a critical piece of our company strategy and reshaping mental healthcare in our country. Our team culture at Rula is collaborative, where clinical subject matter experts and operators work together in lockstep. Trust, communication, and partnership are essential to our success. We foster accountability without blame, recognizing that taking risks may lead to occasional setbacks. We value integrity and always strive to do the right thing, building transparent and trustworthy relationships with patients, providers, and payers. 

Required Qualifications

• Board certified / board eligible MD or DO in General Adult Psychiatry. Board certification in Child and Adolescent psychiatry is preferred. 

• An active license in good standing. 

• A minimum of 5 years of direct clinical practice post-graduate training. 

• A minimum of 5 years in clinical leadership that includes overseeing licensed psychiatric clinicians including both ANPs and MD/DOs. Experience in leading and supervising in a remote telehealth practice is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

While having the preferred qualifications enhances your candidacy, having all of them is not mandatory. We encourage all interested applicants to apply, even those who may not meet every preferred requirement.

• Licensure preference for compact license including NJ, FL and CA. 

• Experience working with cross-functional teams, leading organizational efforts. 

• Proven ability to distill complex ideas into clear recommendations and actions. 

• Operations experience, particularly in developing repeatable processes and optimizing workflows for core quality activities like coaching and peer review. 

• Cross-functional leadership skills, including problem statement development, project scoping, and defining ownership, timelines, and action plans. 

• A high level of accountability and commitment to driving projects to completion. 

• Strong problem-solving skills with a solution-oriented mindset, exploring tools and technology to simplify workflows, reduce costs, and enhance the overall experience.

• Demonstrate a patient and provider-first mindset in all initiatives and decision-making processes.

We’re serious about your well-being! As Part Of Our Team, Full-Time Employees Receive

• 100% remote work environment from anywhere in the US

• Competitive pay and benefits that don’t change based on location

• Health benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA/HSA 

• Access to our 401(k) plan

• Generous time off policies, including 2 company-wide shutdown weeks each year (for most employees) to focus on self-care

• Paid parental leave

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

• Stipend to ensure your home office sets you up for success

• Quarterly department stipend for team building or in-person gatherings

• Wellness events and lunch & learns spanning many topics

Our Team

The people of Rula are what truly define our mission and determine our impact on the people we serve. We believe in building not only a team, but a diverse community, inspiring each other by taking on big challenges, growing and succeeding together.