Medical Director (Inpatient Detox)
Physician Pivot · Palmer Lake, CO · 1 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
Seeking an experienced Medical Director to lead clinical operations at a comprehensive addiction treatment facility.
Responsibilities
- Providing clinical leadership for a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, therapists, and behavioral health professionals.
- Ensuring high standards of medical care, overseeing protocols, and supporting evidence-based addiction treatment.
- Managing medical staff, developing policies, maintaining quality assurance, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Overseeing detoxification, medication-assisted treatment, and co-occurring psychiatric care following ASAM and Joint Commission standards.
- Reviewing medical records, conducting assessments, and developing individualized treatment plans.
- Participating in performance improvement initiatives, staffing, and on-call responsibilities.
- Collaborating with HR for recruitment, evaluating staff competency, and maintaining documentation accuracy.
Qualifications
- Medical degree from an accredited institution; licensed MD or DO.
- Board certification in Psychiatry; addiction medicine experience preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in healthcare settings.
- Knowledge of healthcare standards, ASAM criteria, and regulatory requirements.
- DEA license with training in Buprenorphine prescribing.
- Strong communication skills and organizational strategy application.
Benefits
- Competitive salary, bonus and incentives
- CME reimbursement
- Malpractice coverage
- Paid time off
- Retirement plans
- Health/dental/vision insurance
- HSA contributions