Medical Director

Location: Hybrid – Englewood, NJ | Department: Medical

About the role

Founded in 2016, Boca Recovery Center is a nationally recognized addiction treatment provider specializing in substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. With locations in Florida, New Jersey, Indiana, and Massachusetts, we deliver evidence-based, trauma-informed care in a structured and supportive environment. Our mission is to promote lasting recovery through compassionate, client-centered services.

Boca Recovery Center is seeking a Medical Director to provide clinical leadership for our medical detox and residential substance use disorder treatment facility in Englewood, New Jersey. This role is ideal for a physician with strong experience in addiction medicine and substance use treatment who is looking for a part-time leadership position with flexible on-site requirements. The Medical Director will oversee medical and clinical services, ensuring high-quality care, regulatory compliance, and effective treatment outcomes for individuals beginning their recovery journey.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and oversight of detoxification and residential treatment services
• Conduct or oversee medical and/or psychiatric evaluations for new clients in accordance with state and facility requirements
• Ensure appropriate follow-up care, referrals, and coordination for clients with medical or psychiatric needs
• Develop, implement, and monitor detoxification and withdrawal management protocols
• Oversee all medical and pharmacological treatment services, ensuring compliance with federal and New Jersey state regulations
• Maintain compliance with DEA, CDS, and Board of Pharmacy requirements
• Collaborate with APRNs and PAs through required supervisory or collaborative agreements
• Ensure quality assurance measures, including drug utilization reviews and medication safety protocols
• Uphold policies related to client rights, confidentiality (HIPAA), and ethical care standards
• Establish and maintain systems for coordinated care both within the facility and with external providers
• Designate appropriate medical coverage to ensure continuous clinical oversight

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Medical License (required)
• Willingness to obtain DEA and CDS licenses under the facility address (costs reimbursed)
• Board Certified in Addiction Medicine or minimum 5+ years of verifiable experience in substance use disorder treatment
• Availability for approximately 20 hours per week
• Extensive experience in substance use disorder treatment, particularly detoxification and withdrawal management (preferred)
• Strong understanding of co-occurring mental health and addiction disorders (preferred)
• Familiarity with regulatory and accreditation standards for addiction treatment facilities (preferred)
• Experience working within inpatient or residential treatment settings (preferred)
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems (preferred)
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills (preferred)

Schedule

Approximately 20 hours per week. Flexible schedule, with limited on-site presence as needed. Role does not require full-time onsite coverage, but ongoing availability for consultation and oversight is expected.

Benefits

Join Boca Recovery Center and make a meaningful impact through expert, compassionate care in a mission-driven environment focused on recovery and wellness.