Adult/Addiction Psychiatrist

Position Information

Lee Health is seeking a visionary Board-Certified Physician to serve as the Section Leader for Addiction and Recovery Medicine. This is a pivotal leadership role within a rapidly expanding Division of Behavioral Health.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level clinical oversight and direct patient care within the outpatient addiction program.
• Drive the strategic expansion of services to meet significant community demand.
• Uphold and champion standards of clinical excellence to achieve "Center of Excellence" distinction.

Qualifications

• Board Certification in your primary medical specialty.
• Board Certification and Fellowship training in Addiction Medicine are highly preferred.
• A proven ability to scale programs and implement innovative healthcare solutions.
• A commitment to evidence-based, compassionate recovery medicine.

About The Division

Since the appointment of our new Medical Director, the Division of Behavioral Health has experienced exponential growth. Joining Lee Health means becoming part of a system that values professional autonomy, provides the resources for innovation, and is deeply committed to solving the addiction crisis through superior medical care.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off to enjoy the Beautiful Southwest Florida weather and beaches!
• Sign on bonus & relocation package
• Dedicated CME time and funding
• Malpractice Insurance and Tail Coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan with match and 457(b) enhanced retirement option
• Short term/long term disability
• Participation in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Location

Fort Myers: Come live the beach/vacation lifestyle you've always dreamed of in coastal southwest Florida! We have warm weather year-round, beautiful beaches, amazing sunsets, dozens of recreational parks and ecological preserves, as well as numerous world-renowned golf courses. There are a variety of restaurants, plenty of shopping at nearby malls and outlets, art, history and a wide variety of festivals year-round. There is truly something for everyone! Plus, no state income tax! Southwest Florida International Airport is easy to access and offers numerous direct flights and connections to meet all your travel needs. Those in this area are also able to enjoy the Key West Express which allows for a 3-hour boat ride down to Key West! Fort Myers is minutes away from Sanibel Island, Captiva, and Naples. This area is also centrally located between three of Florida's major cities: Orlando, Tampa, and Miami.

Contact

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please email your CV to our Physician Recruitment Office at physicianrecruitment@leehealth.org.