Medical Director

About the role

Spero Health is seeking a Medical Director to join our teams in Cookeville, TN and Crossville, TN. This is a full-time, on-site position (Monday‑Friday). The Medical Director will have the ability to prescribe buprenorphine and will help fulfill Spero Health’s mission of “Saving Lives, Instilling Hope, and Restoring Relationships” for individuals suffering from substance use disorder. The organization provides local, affordable outpatient care primarily for opioid addiction through an Office‑Based Opioid Treatment (OBOT) model that integrates physical and behavioral health services, medication‑assisted treatment, counseling, and case management under one roof.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and clinical oversight to providers.
• Conduct initial evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing support for individuals with complex addiction and substance‑related health conditions.
• Complete full and appropriate documentation to support professional billing for services.
• Provide education regarding illness and prognosis to assist with clarification of patient and family goals of care and support development of a comprehensive care plan.
• Provide oversight and supervision on clinical initiatives and processes.
• Interpret test results to diagnose health issues and provide feedback to patients.
• Educate and counsel patients regarding medication compliance.
• Work with an interdisciplinary team of professionals to administer the best care for patients needing both medical therapy and behavioral health services.
• Conduct patient follow‑up visits regarding progress with medication and/or treatment.
• Contact patient’s PCP and/or specialist(s) when necessary.
• Maintain required licensure, certifications, and CME credits.
• Review and oversee progress and treatment plans, including making adjustments and reviewing 10% of charts.
• Be physically present onsite 25% of the time the facility is open to the public.

Requirements

• Active and unrestricted medical license as a physician within the applicable state.
• Experience providing addiction medicine services for both medically and socially complex populations; experience managing complex substance use disorders.
• Ability to develop relationships with network and community physicians and other providers.
• Current, active DEA licensure and prescriptive authority in state(s) where applicable.
• Ability to work on‑site with diverse care teams in a variety of settings.
• Effective time management and communication skills.
• Computer literate and experience with Electronic Medical Records.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Health Savings Account
• Vision, Life and Disability insurance (100% Company Paid)
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement program with company match
• Wellness Programs (Fitness Reimbursement & Smoking Cessation)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts via Tickets at Work