Position Highlights - Title: Medical Director Addiction Medicine
- Location: Middletown, New York
- Compensation Base Up-to $350,000 annually + Bonuses + Benefits
- Schedule: Monday Friday, five 8-hour shifts (weekend coverage only as needed)
- Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
This role offers an excellent work-life balance with a predictable weekday schedule while providing the opportunity to lead a highly impactful addiction medicine program.
About the Facility The Hospital is a specialized
inpatient addiction treatment facility dedicated to helping individuals recover from alcohol and substance use disorders. It is
not an acute care hospital, but a comprehensive behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment center. The facility is licensed by the
New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) and operates:
- Part 816: Medical ly Supervised Inpatient Detoxification Program
- Part 818: Inpatient Rehabilitation Program
Patients receive 24/7 medical supervision during detoxification, followed by comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation, counseling, medication-assisted treatment, and long-term recovery planning.
Patient Population The program primarily treats patients with:
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Other Substance Use Disorders (SUD)
The organization's mission is to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care while helping individuals and their families achieve long-term recovery.
Role Overview This is a unique opportunity that combines
clinical practice with medical leadership. As the Medical Director , you will:
- Oversee all medical services for the inpatient detoxification and rehabilitation programs.
- Provide direct patient care as needed.
- Supervise physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants.
- Develop and update clinical policies and medical protocols.
- Ensure compliance with New York OASAS regulations and quality standards.
- Collaborate closely with psychiatry, nursing, counseling, and multidisciplinary clinical teams.
- Lead quality improvement initiatives and support best clinical practices.
Clinical Responsibilities The position includes:
- Managing Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Overseeing detoxification protocols
- Performing medical evaluations
- Reviewing laboratory findings
- Addressing complex medical issues
- Coordinating care with psychiatric and behavioral health providers
Leadership Responsibilities The Medical Director will also:
- Supervise physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants
- Lead case conferences and multidisciplinary discussions
- Provide clinical guidance and staff education
- Oversee regulatory compliance
- Develop and implement medical policies and procedures
Why Consider This Opportunity? - Competitive base salary of up to $350K + Bonuses + Benefits
- Monday Friday schedule with minimal weekend coverage
- Leadership position with significant clinical autonomy
- Opportunity to influence patient care, clinical quality, and program development
- Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
- Meaningful work improving the lives of patients recovering from substance use disorders
