Addiction Medicine Physician

Are you a compassionate nursing leader looking to make a meaningful impact in behavioral healthcare? Join a team dedicated to changing lives every day.

At, The Recovery Village Columbus Drug and Alcohol Rehab (RVC) is dedicated to connecting those struggling with substance use disorder to hope. We’re here to help through every step of the process, from detox to discharge. Multidisciplinary treatment delivered by compassionate physicians, clinicians and addiction specialists help clients get to the root of their addictions, while first‑rate amenities like yoga and art therapy promote mind and body healing.

The Recovery Village Columbus Drug and Alcohol Rehab is a premier treatment facility in the picturesque town of Groveport, Ohio. Our facility is close enough to airports and major roadways for convenience, but far enough away from the hustle and bustle of Columbus to encourage renewal and relaxation. RVC, an 80‑bed facility, offers a complete continuum of care, from medical detox and inpatient treatment to outpatient care and aftercare. Our care team of doctors, clinicians, counselors and addiction professionals at The Recovery Village Columbus Drug and Alcohol Rehab use their years of experience to provide high‑quality and compassionate care to those seeking recovery.

Founded in 2013 by Dr. Mitchell Eisenberg and Dr. Lewis Gold, Advanced Recovery Systems has grown into a nationally recognized network of behavioral healthcare facilities across the United States. Our programs combine clinical excellence with compassionate care, including specialized services for veterans and first responders.

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The Addiction Physician provides administrative oversight of the facility's medical services, by overseeing and leading the medical staff, dietitians, and physician services coordinator (where applicable) while building a collaborative team with nursing and clinical departments. Administrative duties are a small part of the Medical Director’s job. They must spend much of their time meeting the job duties of either a psychiatrist or addiction medicine physician.

Provides excellent medical care with the ARS philosophy outlined by the Chief Medical Officer. This includes knowledge of detoxification protocols, assessment for medication, withdrawal assessment and management of complications, detoxification protocols, and Medication Assisted Therapy.

Understands ASAM criteria and Medical Needs Criteria provided and will document decision making accordingly.

Assists the CMO/ or Assoc CMP and the Executive Director of the facility in the development and maintenance of written objectives, policies, a procedure manual, an organization plan and a quality assurance program for medical services, and review of all medical policies and procedures at least annually. Documentation shall be shared with the facility’s medical staff; the director of nursing services and other appropriate medical staff on an ongoing basis or as revisions are made. In conjunction with the CMO, Executive Director and the governing authority of the substance use disorders treatment facility, plan, and budget for medical services.

Support medical staff for success with medical department metrics including, but not limited to Expense Management, Compliance Quantity (includes items such as but not limited to timely completion of records, PDMP, EKG, MAT acceptance), Compliance Quality (Quality of documentation of medical records), Completion % treatment stay, and Outcomes/ Readmission rates.

Other Required Tasks

• a. Psychiatric Evaluation
• b. Admission History and Physical Evaluation/ CSSRS/ Pain Assessment
• c. Medical Progress Notes
• d. Medical Discharge Summary
• e. Medication and ancillary orders
• f. Patient Allergies
• g. Diagnosis/ update diagnosis
• h. Lab Data
• Screen for Substance Use Disorders (SUD) including psychoactive substance toxicity, intoxication, and withdrawal symptoms.
• Screen for pain and understand treatment strategies for pain including pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic approaches. Strategies should reflect an individualized approach based on the individual’s current presentation, medical judgment and the risks and benefits associated with strategies, including potential risk of dependency, addiction, and abuse.
• Review any physical examination reports and medical screening results conducted off-site of a client for the pre‑admissions process or for other medical concerns, in order to ensure that the client’s medical needs are considered and addressed in the development of the treatment plan and throughout treatment.
• Develops and Implements plans for Performance Improvement as need.
• Understands and communicates the On‑Call responsibilities; will provide contact and back‑up numbers, being responsive and available not only when assigned on‑call duties, but as backup when medical provider/Medical Director on‑call is unavailable. When on call, will be within one hour of facility in case an emergency that requires going to facility.
• Works closely with the Corporate Human Resources department to recruit, interview, and hire new employees. Ensures onboarding of new employees is complete and effective.
• Maintains an effective and efficient daily staffing pattern / coverage and on call scheduled within budgetary constraints.
• Evaluates medical staff competency initially and then annually based on specified performance standards, on a timely basis.
• Collaborate with attending physicians at least weekly to discuss patient care and evaluate the treatment provided for all patients.
• Review and audit all charts in their entirety prior to submitting for insurance audits.
• Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.

Graduated from an accredited medical school.

Must have experience in addiction medicine.

A minimum of 3 years in a supervisory position, familiarity with JCAHO and other indicated healthcare standards are necessary. Familiarity with ASAM/ ASAM Criteria and other indicated healthcare standards are necessary.

Communication skills to relate to all levels of facility staff.

Self‑motivated and confident.

Application of Continuous Quality Improvement and Performance Improvement Team philosophy and ability to develop and apply organizational strategies.

Licensed to practice medicine, e.g. Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) in the appropriate state, as applicable, required.

Board Certification in Primary Specialty required.

ABPM Addiction Medicine or AOA Board Certification in Addiction Medicine is required. If not a psychiatrist.

Must have a DEA to prescribe Controlled medications and have had training on Buprenorphine Prescribing.

Benefits

Scheduling flexible, required to be onsite & some on‑call.

• Pay: Competitive & negotiable salary starting at $350k + annual bonus and monthly incentives
• CME: $5,000 per year reimbursement
• Malpractice: Free liability protection, the PLI policy also covers you if you leave the company should it be needed for the time period of your employment
• Paid Time Off: 6 weeks of paid time off per year
• Retirement: 401K + match
• Insurance: Health, Vision, Dental, Life & Telehealth access
• Matching HSA—up to $1500 a year contribution from the company to your HSA

Advanced Recovery Systems, a national integrated behavior healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance use and mental health issues.

The Company complies with state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex. It is unlawful to retaliate against individuals or groups based on the basis of their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices/EEO.

Why Join Us

• Unique opportunity to serve and support firefighters and first responders
• Mission‑driven organization making a life‑saving impact
• Collaborative leadership environment with strong clinical support
• Competitive compensation and robust benefits package