Addiction Medicine Physician Inpatient Detox/Res Treatment Facility

Addiction Medicine Physician Inpatient Detox/Res Treatment Facility The sober connection West Palm Beach, FL Job Details Contract $5,000 - $6,000 a month 20 hours ago Qualifications Behavioral health hospital experience Psychiatry Substance abuse treatment center experience Diagnostic evaluation Addiction medicine Substance abuse DEA License Medical License Medication-assisted substance abuse treatment Working with individuals with substance use disorders Liability insurance Full Job Description Overview We are seeking a Board-Certified Addiction Medicine Physician to serve as Contract Medical Director for its behavioral health program, including Inpatient Detox/Residential SUD program. This is a 1099 contract, hybrid leadership role requiring on-site presence once weekly to support clinical operations, staff oversight, and regulatory compliance. Duties Provide psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management for patients in Detox/Residential SUD levels of care. Maintain on-site presence a minimum of one (1) day per week to support nursing and clinical staff, and ensure quality of care. Serve as Medical Director overseeing all medical services across programs, ensuring alignment with state, federal, and accreditation standards. Supervise and collaborate with Nurse Practitioners in accordance with Florida state regulations, including chart review, case consultation, and clinical guidance. Review, co-sign, and ensure timely completion of all required documentation in the EHR (admissions, progress notes, orders, discharges). Provide oversight of detox protocols, including

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management, medication tapers, and withdrawal safety practices. Approve, develop, and maintain medical and medication-related policies, procedures, and clinical protocols. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, and care planning as needed. Attend and contribute to quarterly Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement meetings and support audit readiness (CARF, Joint Commission, state). Be available for remote consultation outside of on-site days for urgent clinical needs or provider support. Support staff education and training related to psychiatric care, withdrawal management, and best practices in behavioral health. Qualifications Medical degree (MD or DO) with Board Certification in Addiction Medicine. Active, unrestricted Florida medical license and DEA registration. Professional liability insurance with minimum coverage of $1,000,000/$3,000,000. Minimum of 1 year of experience in behavioral health, addiction medicine, or similar setting (leadership experience preferred). Experience working in detox, residential, or inpatient psychiatric settings strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of ASAM criteria, withdrawal management protocols, and psychiatric best practices. Ability to work independently as a contractor while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary team.

Pay:

$5,000.00 - $6,000.00 per month

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in West Palm Beach, FL 33407