Medical Director

Job Description

Job Description

Porch Light Health is a leading provider of comprehensive care and support for individuals affected by substance use disorders. Our Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) clinics combine evidence-based practices with a compassionate, patient-centered approach to recovery. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative environment for both patients and team members.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and mission-driven Medical Director to provide clinical leadership and oversight for our MAT programs. This role is ideal for a current Porch Light Health provider who is passionate about addiction medicine, dedicated to improving patient outcomes, and eager to support a multidisciplinary care team.

The Medical Director leads by example—delivering direct patient care, mentoring providers, ensuring clinical excellence, and advancing our culture of accountability and compassion. This position plays a critical role in strengthening provider performance, maintaining compliance with MAT regulations, and supporting organizational growth. Open to NM locations in Taos, Espanola, Albuquerque, and Las Cruces.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Provide direct patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients receiving MAT for opioid and alcohol use disorders.

• Prescribe and monitor MAT medications (e.g., buprenorphine, naltrexone), ensuring safe, effective, and compliant use.

• Evaluate treatment outcomes and adjust care plans as needed to support optimal recovery.

• Collaborate with behavioral health providers and peer specialists to ensure integrated, person-centered care.

Clinical Leadership & Supervision

• Serve as the clinical leader and subject matter expert for MAT services across assigned clinics.

• Be available to providers on a day-to-day basis for clinical consultation, guidance, and support.

• Create and implement medical policies, protocols, and best practices to ensure safe, consistent, and high-quality patient care.

• Educate and mentor the provider team, holding them accountable to clinical, professional, and documentation expectations.

• Supervise clinical practice, professionalism, and documentation of medical providers.

• Conduct annual and semiannual performance reviews for supervisees, providing meaningful feedback and development goals.

• Attend and actively participate in director and leadership meetings to align medical operations with organizational objectives.

• Independently manage projects assigned by the Senior Medical Director (SMD) or CEO, collaborating with clinic and department leads to ensure timely completion.

• Support staff morale and well-being , modeling Porch Light Health’s values and commitment to the mission of recovery and compassionate care.
  

Collaboration & Quality Improvement

• Partner closely with counselors, peer recovery specialists, and other healthcare team members to deliver coordinated and holistic care.

• Monitor provider performance and patient outcomes, leading initiatives for continuous quality improvement .

• Ensure adherence to all federal and state MAT regulations , documentation standards, and ethical guidelines.

• Participate in and support the development of clinical workflows and operational efficiencies.

Education & Advocacy

• Promote understanding of substance use disorders and recovery-oriented care among staff and patients.

• Stay current with clinical research, treatment guidelines, and best practices in addiction medicine.

• Provide ongoing education, training, and professional development opportunities for medical providers.
  

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Medical degree (MD or DO) with an active, unrestricted license in the state of Colorado/NM or Master's/Doctoral degree in nursing (APRN) or physician assistant (PA) with credible experience.

• Board certification in Addiction Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Psychiatry preferred.

• DEA registration 

Experience

• Minimum of 7-10 years of clinical experience in addiction medicine, including MAT.

• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience within a healthcare or behavioral health setting.

• Proven success in guiding multidisciplinary teams and managing regulatory compliance.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities.

• Excellent interpersonal, mentorship, and communication skills.

• Ability to build trust, foster accountability, and support professional growth within the team.

• Highly organized, with strong project management and follow-through.

• Commitment to Porch Light Health’s mission, values, and recovery-focused philosophy of care.

Leadership Expectations

As a key member of Porch Light Health’s leadership team, the Medical Director is expected to:

• Model company values of compassion, integrity, collaboration, and accountability in all interactions.

• Foster a culture of inclusion, respect, and teamwork , supporting the professional growth and well-being of staff.

• Communicate clearly and proactively , ensuring transparency and alignment between clinical teams and leadership.

• Champion innovation and quality , seeking opportunities to improve patient outcomes and operational effectiveness.

• Uphold the mission of Porch Light Health , ensuring that every clinical and leadership decision advances our shared goal of supporting lasting recovery and community wellness.

Schedule & Compensation

Schedule:

• Full-time, Monday–Friday (8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) with occasional Saturday rotation.

• Primarily in-clinic, with flexibility to provide telehealth when needed.

Compensation:

• Pay range: $160,000 – $185,000 per year  for APRN/PA , depending on education, experience, and internal equity.
  
• Pay range: $180,000 – $225,000 per year  for MD/DO depending on education, experience, and internal equity.
  
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off (PTO), holidays, and retirement savings plan.