Family Medicine - Physician

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a physician to deliver specialized consultation services focused on addiction for patients admitted to an acute-care hospital. This position is part of a developing, integrated healthcare system dedicated to enhancing evidence-based treatment for substance use disorders in both inpatient and outpatient environments.

• MD or DO with one of the following credentials:
• Board Certification in Addiction Medicine, or
• Board Certification in Addiction Psychiatry, or
• Board-Certified Psychiatrist with significant experience, expertise, and a strong interest in treating substance use disorders
• Preferred experience in managing medically complex hospitalized patients and substance use disorders in acute-care settings

• Conduct addiction medicine consultations for patients in medical/surgical units, the emergency department, labor and delivery, and inpatient psychiatric units
• Evaluate hospitalized patients to diagnose and confirm substance use disorders
• Administer evidence-based medical management for withdrawal syndromes, including those related to alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, and other substances
• Initiate and oversee medication-assisted treatment (MAT/MOUD) and other evidence-based interventions for addiction
• Provide pain management strategies for patients with opioid tolerance and complex pain management requirements
• Offer harm reduction counseling and educational resources
• Create personalized treatment plans that align with patient goals and readiness for change
• Facilitate transitions of care and connect patients to community-based treatment programs and recovery resources
• Ensure timely documentation and maintain effective communication with primary treatment teams
• Work collaboratively with hospitalists, emergency medicine physicians, psychiatrists, medical specialists, pharmacists, nurses, case managers, social workers, substance use counselors, and peer recovery mentors
• Engage in the education of medical residents, staff, nurses, social workers, and other clinical team members on best practices for managing patients with substance use disorders

As our integrated hospital and clinical system expands its addiction services, including medication-assisted treatment programs and continuum-of-care initiatives, this role provides opportunities to explore additional clinical practice areas based on personal interests and expertise. Potential areas include involvement in outpatient addiction treatment programs, development of MAT services, perinatal addiction care, emergency department initiatives, hospital-based addiction programs, education, quality improvement, and other emerging addiction-related services throughout the health system.

Our medical center is renowned for its excellence in patient care and research across various specialties, including cancer, cardiology, orthopedics, women's health, and rehabilitation services. The facility features 483 beds and numerous award-winning programs, including one of the top internal medicine residency programs in the country. Our cancer center stands out on the West Coast for its comprehensive range of services and advanced technologies available under one roof.

Portland, Oregon, offers a unique combination of urban vibrancy and natural beauty. Known as "Rip City," home to the Portland Trail Blazers, the city provides residents with endless entertainment options, including a diverse art and culinary scene, a rich sports culture, and distinct neighborhood identities. Situated between the Willamette and Columbia rivers, and just a short drive from Mt. Hood, the Columbia Gorge, and the Oregon Coast, Portland grants year-round access to outdoor adventures.

We are a nationally recognized, comprehensive healthcare organization operating across seven states with a unified mission: to deliver compassionate care to all individuals, particularly the underserved and vulnerable populations. Our team comprises over 122,000 caregivers, including 34,000 physicians, serving in 51 hospitals and more than 1,000 clinics, alongside a wide array of health and social services. We are one name, one family, and one extraordinary health system.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.