Physician (Psychiatrist) - Addiction

MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical society seeks a Psychiatrist for its Recovery Services program. The role focuses on delivering evidence-based care to Veterans with opioid use disorder, requiring a unique blend of psychiatric and addiction expertise. Ideal candidates will be double board certified or eligible in both fields, with a commitment to improving patient outcomes.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including education debt reduction

CME reimbursement

Malpractice coverage

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens considered only if no qualified citizens are available.
• Must have a current unrestricted medical license in the U.S.
• Preferred: Double board certification in General Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry.

Responsibilities

• Perform substance use disorder and psychiatric evaluations.
• Induct Veterans onto Suboxone and provide ongoing treatment.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, make treatment decisions.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Visual acuity

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Education

Medical degree from an approved school

Completed residency training approved by VA

Job description

Summary

This position involves a Psychiatrist working within the Recovery Services (outpatient substance use disorder treatment program) to deliver evidence-based care for Veterans diagnosed with opioid use disorder treated with Buprenorphine, as well as those with psychiatric needs involved in Recovery Services. The ideal candidate will be double board certified (General psychiatry and Addiction psychiatry) or board eligible.

Qualifications

To qualify, applicants must meet the basic and any additional requirements listed in the job announcement. Pending training or license completion applicants may be considered tentatively. VA physicians previously appointed under the old standards are deemed qualified.

• U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens only if no qualified citizens are available
• Medical degree from an approved school
• Current unrestricted medical license in the U.S.
• Completed residency training approved by VA, leading to eligibility for board certification
• Proficiency in English
• Preferred: Double board certification in General Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry or eligibility
• Physical requirements include visual acuity, hearing, speech, manual dexterity, and physical stamina

Responsibilities

• Perform substance use disorder and psychiatric evaluations
• Induct Veterans onto Suboxone and provide ongoing treatment for Opioid Use Disorder with Medication Assisted Treatment
• Ensure practice compliance with applicable policies, guidelines, and regulations
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary staff
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, make treatment decisions
• May participate in supervision, teaching, on-call duties, and other related activities
• Maintain availability for consultations
• Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

VA offers a comprehensive benefits package including education debt reduction, competitive salary, paid time off, retirement options, federal insurance, licensure support, CME reimbursement, and malpractice coverage. This job posting is active.