Psychiatrist Addiction Medicine NJ

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Physician (Addiction Medicine) – Medical Director

Location: Cherry Hill, NJ

Position Overview:
We are seeking a Board-Certified Physician in Addiction Medicine (Psychiatry) to serve as Medical Director and provide patient care within our comprehensive treatment programs, including Detox, Residential, PHP, and IOP levels of care. This role combines leadership responsibilities with direct clinical work, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and team collaboration.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as Medical Director , overseeing clinical services across multiple levels of care (Detox, Residential, PHP, IOP).
• Provide direct patient care at least once per week (with option for additional clinical sessions).
• Conduct evaluations, assessments, and ongoing medical management for patients with substance use disorders.
• Lead the development and implementation of evidence-based treatment protocols.
• Supervise and mentor midlevel providers (NPs/PAs), ensuring high-quality, compliant medical care.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of behavioral health professionals to support individualized treatment plans.
• Participate in administrative leadership activities, including quality improvement initiatives, compliance, and medical staff development.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO, licensed (or eligible for licensure) in New Jersey.
• Board Certification in Addiction Medicine (required).
• Board Certification in Psychiatry
• Background in Internal Medicine or Psychiatry .
• Demonstrated experience with detox protocols and addiction treatment settings .
• Strong leadership skills and ability to effectively supervise midlevel providers.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills within a multidisciplinary team.

Schedule & Commitment:

• Medical Directorship responsibilities combined with minimum once-weekly patient care (option for more clinical time if desired).
• Union, NJ , with additional coverage at Cherry Hill, NJ .

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off.
• Professional growth opportunities in a respected, expanding addiction treatment program.