Medical Director - Addiction Medicine

NATIONMIND LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

NationMind LLC is seeking a Medical Director to provide clinical leadership for an inpatient substance use disorder treatment program. This physician will oversee medical services, treatment planning, and clinical operations.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensure regulatory compliance, supervise physicians, and develop medical policies. Required: NY license, DEA registration, OPRA certification, and board eligible status for Addiction Medicine within four years.

Qualifications

• MD or DO with active New York medical license.
• DEA registration and OPRA certification.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with substance use disorder populations.
• Prior medical leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Ability to obtain Addiction Medicine Board Certification within 4 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee medical care, treatment planning, and clinical operations.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with substance use disorders.
• Prescribe and monitor medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
• Collaborate with psychiatric and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Ensure compliance with state and regulatory standards.
• Develop and maintain medical policies and clinical protocols.
• Supervise Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff development.

Education

MD or DO with NY medical license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Our client is seeking a Medical Director to provide clinical leadership for an inpatient substance use disorder treatment program. This role is responsible for overseeing medical services, ensuring regulatory compliance, supervising providers, and supporting high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee medical care, treatment planning, and clinical operations.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with substance use disorders.
• Prescribe and monitor medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
• Collaborate with psychiatric and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Ensure compliance with state and regulatory standards.
• Develop and maintain medical policies and clinical protocols.
• Supervise Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff development.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO with an active New York State medical license.
• DEA registration and OPRA certification.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with substance use disorder populations.
• Prior medical leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Ability to obtain Addiction Medicine Board Certification within 4 years of hire.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in addiction medicine, detoxification, or behavioral health.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of healthcare compliance and quality improvement practices.
• Experience with EMR systems and healthcare technology.

This is an excellent opportunity for a physician leader looking to make a meaningful impact in addiction treatment and recovery services.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.