Physician-Addictions Medicine

MeraKey; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a full-time Addictions Medicine Physician in Philadelphia. The role involves providing high-quality care to individuals with addiction, ensuring compliance with medical standards, and promoting integrated care. Ideal candidates will be licensed in Pennsylvania with experience in addiction treatment. Competitive salary of $250,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible schedules, and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

DailyPay

Work/Life Balance

Flexible Schedules

Cell Phone Discount Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Membership

Qualifications

• Meet all state OTP licensing requirements, including Board Certification in Addictions.
• One year of experience serving individuals with addiction (preferred).
• Successful completion of required background checks and trainings (CPR, First Aid).

Responsibilities

• Participate in compliance reviews and case consultations to ensure quality of care.
• Prescribe and manage medication-assisted treatment dosages.
• Maintain compliance with State Licensure Standards and company policies.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Education

Licensed Physician or Psychiatrist (BC or BE) in Pennsylvania

ASAM certification (preferred)

Tools

DEA license

X Waiver

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team?

At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do.

Merakey is currently seeking a full-time Addictions Medicine Physician to join our team in Philadelphia, PA 19131.

Merakey Parkside Recovery, located in Philadelphia, is committed to delivering high-quality, comprehensive services to individuals suffering from chemical dependency. We are designated as a Center of Excellence for Opioid Use Disorder. Our treatment philosophy is centered on a Recovery Model that believes all clients have the potential for improvement and recovery. We believe that people can and do recover from mental illness and chemical addiction. Recovery involves the whole person—mind, body, spirit, and community.

Our clinics offer Outpatient, Medication Assisted Treatment (Methadone, Suboxone, Vivitrol), Peer Support, and Case Management Services. We are seeking a progressive Addictions Physician to join our team.

Responsibilities:

1. Participate in compliance reviews, chart audits, and case consultations to ensure ongoing quality of care that advances behavioral health and medical services standards.
2. Promote the integration of care to align with Merakey's goals.
3. Determine appropriate dosage levels and select the best opioid agonist medication for clients.
4. Prescribe, order, and discontinue medication-assisted treatment dosages.
5. Ensure all physical examinations are completed, certifying each applicant’s eligibility for narcotic treatment.
6. Maintain compliance with State Licensure Standards, accreditation standards, 42 CFR, HIPAA, and company policies.

Earn $250,000 per year.

Merakey offers medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, competitive compensation, and more!

• DailyPay
• Work/Life Balance
• Flexible Schedules
• Cell Phone Discount Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Membership

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and educational services. Over 8,000 employees support nearly 40,000 individuals and families across 12 states annually.

We strictly follow a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. We are committed to creating teams that reflect community diversity and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds. Veterans are welcome to apply!

Requirements

Our ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• Licensed Physician or Psychiatrist (BC or BE) in Pennsylvania.
• Meet all state OTP licensing requirements, including Board Certification in Addictions or completion of an approved course of study in opiate addiction within one year.
• DEA license.
• ASAM certification (preferred).
• One year of experience serving individuals with addiction (preferred).
• Successful completion of required background checks and trainings (CPR, First Aid).
• Have or obtain an X Waiver.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.