Addictionologist

The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day shift

Interdisciplinary team

Job summary

The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is seeking an Addiction Medicine Physician to join our multidisciplinary team in Philadelphia. The role focuses on comprehensive assessments, medical management of withdrawal, and medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders.

You will work across inpatient and outpatient settings, collaborating with therapists, case managers, and nursing staff to support recovery and well-being. Day shift opportunity and patient-centered care are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Addiction Medicine, Addiction Psychiatry, or a related specialty.
• Minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience providing addiction medicine services.
• Current DEA registration and Pennsylvania prescriptive authority.
• Eligible and authorized to prescribe buprenorphine and other medications used in the treatment of substance use disorders.
• Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care.
• Strong ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Commitment to supporting individuals throughout the recovery process.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive medical and addiction-focused clinical assessments.
• Diagnose and treat substance use disorders and co-occurring behavioral health conditions.
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans based on each patient's clinical needs.
• Provide medical management of withdrawal and stabilization when appropriate.
• Provide and manage medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and other evidence-based pharmacologic interventions for substance use disorders.
• Prescribe and manage medications used in addiction treatment, including buprenorphine when clinically appropriate.
• Monitor patient progress, treatment response, medication effectiveness, and ongoing clinical needs.
• Collaborate with therapists, case managers, nurses, behavioral health professionals, and other members of the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Provide clinical guidance and support related to addiction medicine and patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Support continuity of care and long-term recovery planning across inpatient and outpatient services.
• Maintain a patient-centered approach while working with medically, behaviorally, and socially complex populations.

Skills

DEA registration

Prescriptive authority

Evidence-based care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Job description

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Organization: The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard

Schedule: Day Shift

Position Overview

The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is seeking a compassionate and experienced Addiction Medicine Physician / Addictionologist to join our multidisciplinary clinical team in Philadelphia.

In this role, the physician will provide comprehensive, evidence-based care to individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring behavioral health conditions across inpatient and outpatient settings.

The Addiction Medicine Physician will conduct clinical assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, manage medical withdrawal and medication-assisted treatment, and collaborate closely with therapists, case managers, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to support each patient's recovery and overall well-being.

This is a day shift opportunity well suited for a physician committed to evidence-based addiction treatment, patient-centered care, and interdisciplinary collaboration while serving individuals with complex medical, behavioral health, and social needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive medical and addiction-focused clinical assessments
• Diagnose and treat substance use disorders and co-occurring behavioral health conditions
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans based on each patient's clinical needs
• Provide medical management of withdrawal and stabilization when appropriate
• Provide and manage medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and other evidence-based pharmacologic interventions for substance use disorders
• Prescribe and manage medications used in addiction treatment, including buprenorphine when clinically appropriate
• Monitor patient progress, treatment response, medication effectiveness, and ongoing clinical needs
• Collaborate with therapists, case managers, nurses, behavioral health professionals, and other members of the multidisciplinary treatment team
• Provide clinical guidance and support related to addiction medicine and patient care
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Support continuity of care and long-term recovery planning across inpatient and outpatient services
• Maintain a patient-centered approach while working with medically, behaviorally, and socially complex populations

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Addiction Medicine, Addiction Psychiatry, or a related specialty
• Minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience providing addiction medicine services, preferably serving medically and socially complex populations
• Current DEA registration and Pennsylvania prescriptive authority
• Eligible and authorized to prescribe buprenorphine and other medications used in the treatment of substance use disorders
• Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care
• Strong ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Commitment to supporting individuals throughout the recovery process

Why Join The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard

• Day shift opportunity
• Opportunity to provide care across inpatient and outpatient settings
• Work directly with individuals receiving treatment for substance use disorders and co-occurring behavioral health conditions
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nursing professionals, therapists, case managers, and other behavioral health professionals
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on individuals with complex addiction treatment and recovery needs

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE M F D V). We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.