Medical Director of Mobile Programs

Job Description

Job Description

At McLeod Centers for Wellbeing, our mission is to build a foundation of healing and hope based on equity, education, and evidence-based practice for all communities. Founded in 1969 in Charlotte, North Carolina, McLeod has grown into one of the largest providers of comprehensive substance use disorder treatment in the region. We are committed to delivering compassionate, ethical, and high-quality care to individuals on their recovery journey.

We are seeking a Medical Director for our Mobile Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP)

How will you help us achieve our mission?Leadership and Clinical Oversight

• Provide medical oversight and direction for the Mobile Opioid Treatment Program in coordination with the Medical Director.
• Oversee clinical operations to ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards.
• Provide clinical leadership and supervision to medical staff, including physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and support staff.
• Develop and implement evidence-based policies and procedures to support high-quality patient care.
• Collaborate with administrative leadership to build partnerships with community stakeholders, including harm reduction organizations, health departments, and local officials.

Patient Care

• Monitor and adjust medication-assisted treatment plans, including methadone and buprenorphine dosing, in a mobile outreach setting.
• Provide direct patient care as needed, including physical exams, diagnostic evaluations, prescribing medications, and treatment planning.
• Ensure all clinical documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with regulatory and billing standards.

Quality and Compliance

• Support quality assurance initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
• Review clinical data and outcomes to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.

Collaboration

• Partner with counseling, case management, and administrative teams to ensure coordinated, comprehensive patient care.
• Establish and maintain relationships with community providers and partner organizations.

What do you need to qualify?Education and Experience

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or a related primary care specialty.
• Experience in addiction medicine and medication-assisted treatment preferred.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in outreach, mobile medicine, or community-based care preferred.

Licensure and Certifications

• Active, unrestricted North Carolina medical license.
• Current DEA license.
• Addiction Medicine certification (ABPM or ABAM) preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality, and patient-centered care.
• Ability to work effectively in mobile and community-based settings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic health record systems.

Work Environment

This role includes a combination of office-based responsibilities and direct patient care provided in a mobile treatment unit. The position involves community outreach, collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, and occasional travel between service locations.

Why Join McLeod Centers for Wellbeing?

• Mission-driven, nonprofit organization
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in addressing the opioid crisis
• Supportive, collaborative clinical environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Hybrid flexibility available

McLeod Centers for Wellbeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Bilingual applicants will receive an additional five percent (5%) pay differential, subject to verification of language proficiency.