Addiction Psychiatrist

Job Description

Our client, a reputable healthcare provider operating a large and busy outpatient addiction program serving patients from adolescents to adults, is hiring a Board-Certified Addiction Psychiatrist to join their dedicated team. This role offers the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary environment focusing on comprehensive addiction treatment and mental health care, with a significant impact on patient recovery and well-being.

Responsibilities:

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• Conduct diagnostic evaluations for patients with dual diagnoses of mental illness and substance use disorder or substance use disorder alone.
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• Provide follow-up medication management visits, overseeing pharmacologic treatment plans.
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• Collaborate closely with therapists and counselors to develop and implement individualized care strategies.
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• Manage outpatient withdrawal protocols and administer pharmacologic agents such as Suboxone, Sublocade, and Vivitrol.
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• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
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• Participate in occasional call schedules, which are typically voluntary but may be assigned as needed.
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• Ensure compliance with all clinical and safety protocols related to addiction treatment.
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Requirements:

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• Medical degree (MD or DO) with board certification in Psychiatry.
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• Valid medical license to practice in the state.
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• Proven experience in outpatient addiction treatment settings, including work with dual diagnosis patients.
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• Familiarity with prescribing and administering pharmacologic agents for substance use disorder.
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• Competence in outpatient withdrawal management protocols.
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• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
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• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
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• Experience working with adolescent patients preferred.
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• Additional certifications in addiction medicine or related fields preferred.
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• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working as an Addiction Psychiatrist in an outpatient setting.
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• Prior experience in prescribing medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for substance use disorder.
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Salary: The posted range is not a guarantee. The actual salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and education and could fall outside of this range. Contact us for more information.
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