1099 Physician (MD/DO)

Groups Recover Together; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Groups in Somerset, Kentucky, is seeking a Physician (1099) to support its outpatient SUD program. You will see patients after an initial counselor evaluation and guide medical management, including medication dosing during regular group sessions and monthly prescription authorizations.

This role emphasizes collaboration with licensed clinicians, documentation in the EMR, and adherence to clinical protocols.

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered MD/DO license in the applying state.
• Active, individual DEA registration with address in the applying state.
• DEAX designation or 8 hours SAMHSA training to prescribe Buprenorphine.
• Minimum 1 year of active Buprenorphine prescribing.
• Board certification (MD or DO, any specialty).
• Ability to work in-office at least 5 hours per week.
• Eligibility for hours after credentialing/training begins (≈3 months).

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting intakes for patients.
• Monitor clinical progress during group counseling sessions.
• Authorize prescriptions during monthly visits for patient panels.
• Complete notes and reporting in Groups EMR within required timelines.
• Support a technology-driven, team-based clinical system focused on medical management.

Job description

Groups is a leading outpatient provider specializing in substance use disorder (SUD) treatment. We are committed to supporting underserved communities hit hardest by the opioid crisis. Since 2014, our local care teams have guided hundreds of thousands of individuals on their path to recovery, helping them reclaim their purpose and dignity through compassionate, collaborative care. Our evidence-based approach combines medication, group therapy, and personalized support, delivered online and in person by local providers. Founded on the belief that recovery extends beyond the traditional office visit, Groups helps members build a foundation for long-term recovery and the fulfilling lives they want and deserve.

Together with our community partners, public agencies, and health plans, we are raising the bar in addiction health care—and we’re just getting started.

Groups is changing lives. Join us.

Responsibilities

Physician (1099) Responsibilities:

• Assist in conducting intakes. Physicians see patients after they have already undergone an extensive evaluation by the counselor.
• Monitor patients' clinical progress at regular group counseling sessions. Groups are run by specialized counseling staff; physicians participate by answering questions and managing patients’ medication dosing.
• Authorize patients' prescriptions during monthly visits with patient panels.
• Complete all notes and reporting in Groups EMR system within required timeline (providers receive full orientation/ training on Clinical Protocols before eligible to begin work with Groups)
• We utilize strict protocols to guide clinical decision-making. We have also developed a unique, technology-driven and team-based clinical system that handles all day-to-day patient management and regulatory compliance. This allows physicians to focus exclusively on medical management.

Qualifications

Physician (1099) Requirements:

• Active, Unencumbered State License (MD/DO) in the State in which you are applying.
• Active, Individual DEA with address listed in the State in which you are applying (please note that if you intend on prescribing in multiple states, a separate DEA is required in each state in which you are planning on prescribing).
• DEAX designation as formerly required to prescribe Buprenorphine or proof of 8hrs of qualified training as assigned by SAMHSA will be required
• Minimum 1 year actively prescribing Buprenorphine.
• Proof of Active Board Certification (MD or DO; any specialty)
• Ability to work in-office at least 5hrs per week.
• Eligibility for hours will commence approx. 3 months after initiation of credentialing and training.