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About the Role

The Medical Director will oversee all medical treatment and planning for patients in a NY State OASAS certified Part 816 Medically Supervised Inpatient Detoxification program and/or Part 818 Inpatient Rehabilitation Program. This role holds overall responsibility for medical services, including examination, diagnosis, and treatment, while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and best practice approaches.

Responsibilities

Address medical problems reported by staff or patients
Collaborate with psychiatric staff to ensure medication compliance
Act as a consultant for medical issues pertaining to agency policy
Monitor and prescribe medication-assisted therapies
Administer and read tuberculosis (TB) tests as needed
Review adverse lab result findings
Update and maintain compliance with health department regulations
Develop and revise medical policies, procedures, and training for routine and emergency care
Advise medical staff on medical-related challenges
Develop referral and linkage relationships with external institutions and agencies
Attend case conferences and provide feedback to counseling staff
Approve and sign OASAS-required documents
Establish policies for public health education and screening regarding TB, STDs, hepatitis, HIV, and AIDS
Identify medical concerns and create policies for 816 and 818 substance use disorder programs
Supervise staff physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants
Collaborate with the Program Director to supervise non-medical staff
Attend staff meetings, training, and supervision sessions
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements

Medical degree
Qualified Health Provider (QHP) status
Valid MD license and registration certificate to practice in New York State
DEA license
OPRA certification
Minimum of one year of experience working with a substance abuse population
Must obtain Board Certification in Addiction Medicine within 4 years of hire
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR certification
Prior medical administration experience

Skills

Quality improvement
Managed care program and information systems
Medical records and point-of-interview technology
Staff management and supervision
Teaching and instruction
Clear verbal and written communication
Knowledge of substance abuse issues
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work with minimum supervision
Teamwork
Attention to detail
Decision-making
Problem-solving

Work Type

Full time
Monday - Friday
Five 8-hour shifts
Weekend coverage as needed

Experience Level

Prior medical administration experience
One year working with a substance abuse population

Education Level

Medical degree

Salary/Compensations

$275,000 - $350,000

About the Company

The Resource Recovery Center of Orange County provides care for individuals suffering from Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders.
The organization utilizes compassionate, encouraging, and evidence-based practices to support physical, emotional, and spiritual healing.