OTP Medical Provider - Physician, MD

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Since 1972, Therapeutic Health Services (THS) has provided evidence-based, culturally appropriate and compassionate behavioral health treatment, programs and services for children, youth, and families with substance use and mental health disorders. We are on the frontlines:

• Fighting the region’s opioid epidemic
• Providing behavioral health support for those experiencing homelessness
• Lowering barriers to behavioral health for youth and adults who have had challenges accessing quality care
• Specialists in serving the needs of the BIPOC and LGBTQIA communities
• A family of caring and compassionate providers dedicated to serving the most vulnerable in our community.

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Addiction Physician to join our Opioid Treatment Program (OTP). This role is responsible for overseeing medical services provided by our OTP team, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and CARF standards. The Associate Medical Director will report directly to the Corporate Medical Director and Chief Clinical Officer and will manage a team of medical providers, including MDs, ARNPs, and PACs, while ensuring high-quality care for individuals with opioid use disorder. The hours for this position are 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday- Friday. The pay for this role is $249,600- $279,500 DOE/annually.

• Provide outpatient medical services to individuals with opioid use disorder, including medical assessments, evaluations, and treatment management.

• Supervise and oversee patient care according to federal, state, and CARF guidelines.

• Manage and monitor the medical functions of the OTP branches, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.

• Assist in the development of program objectives and activities, including quality improvement, clinical innovations, and training.

• Supervise and provide feedback to assigned medical providers and staff.

• Attend and facilitate Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings and participate in workforce activities.

• Serve as an on-call provider when necessary, including weekends and holidays.

• Collaborate with internal and external providers to ensure appropriate patient care and well-informed decisions.

• Complete required documentation and reporting for various stakeholders, including CEO and CCO.

• Lead training initiatives to ensure ongoing compliance and effective treatment protocols.

• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Board Certified in Addiction Medicine or Addiction Psychiatry

• WA Department of Health Physician and Surgeon License

• Drug Enforcement Administration license

• Completed an accredited residency training program

• At least 2 years’ experience in addiction medicine

• Must be eligible for Medicaid and Medicare credentialing

• Proficient knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations regarding the dispensing of methadone or other opioid agonist treatment medications

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

· Ability to converse with and listen to people in many different settings

· Ability to use a computer and telephone, as well as other standard office equipment

· Mobility requirements may involve navigating various work areas, including stairs or ramps.

· Ability to occasionally push, pull, lift, and/or carry supplies up to 25 pounds

· Work takes place in a social services environment where long periods of sitting, working on a computer, and standing (with accommodations provided for specific positions).

· Travel to program sites and meetings outside the site and around the county are necessary

· Ability to work in an environment where there may be animals present, including dogs

*In compliance with the ADA Amendment Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department.

Benefits:

· Are offered to all Full-Time & Part-Time staff.

· Employer paid medical/dental/vision insurance packages.

· Employer paid life insurance.

· 12 accrued vacation days for year one, up to 20 days in subsequent years.

· 12 days sick leave accrual per year.

· Mental Health Day.

· 1 Personal Day.

· 12 Paid Holidays.

· Flexible Spending Plan.

· 403(b) Retirement plan.

· Employee Assistance Program.

· Training Allowance/License Reimbursement.

· We are also a Second Chance Employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Accommodations may be provided in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our workforce.