Medical Director for Addiction Medicine

About the role

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Addiction Medicine Medical Director to join our OASAS-certified outpatient treatment program. The ideal candidate will provide patient-centered, evidence-based care for individuals with substance use disorders, ensuring compliance with OASAS regulations and organizational policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership to the team, ensuring adherence to evidence-based practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
• Oversee program performance metrics, including patient outcomes, retention, and satisfaction, and implement strategies to improve quality of care and operational efficiency.
• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in accordance with OASAS guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) per OASAS and facility standards.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
• Provide patient education on substance use disorders, relapse prevention, and harm reduction strategies.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and OASAS regulations, including all reporting requirements.
• Participate in case conferences, quality assurance activities, and staff training.
• Maintain current knowledge of addiction medicine best practices, emerging treatments, and regulatory updates.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local organizations, hospitals, treatment centers, and community agencies to promote clinic services and generate patient referrals.
• Engage in business development activities such as representing the clinic at community events, professional meetings, and outreach programs to increase visibility and strengthen referral pipelines.

Requirements

• MD or DO with active New York State license.
• Board Certified in Addiction Medicine, Psychiatry, or Internal Medicine preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in addiction medicine or related clinical setting preferred.
• Knowledge of OASAS regulations and familiarity with NYS substance use treatment systems.
• Strong communication, clinical assessment, crisis intervention, and networking/relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered, stigma-free care.

Qualifications

• Bilingual a plus, Spanish preferred.

Schedule

Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm. May require occasional travel between program sites, outreach events, or trainings.

Benefits

Setting Outpatient OASAS-certified clinic.

Pay

FT - $250K/year
Hr - $130/hour - Max. 20 hours a week