Part-Time Medical Director - Gallus Medical Detox Center

At Gallus Medical Detox Centers, our mission is to provide the highest quality inpatient medical detox services and to be the best first step in overcoming substance use disorders.  We have created an unparalleled standard of care in the industry, and we are seeking a Part-Time Medical Director for our San Antonio, TX, location who can meet that standard and deliver the finest possible care.  This is a unique opportunity for a General Medicine or Family Practice MD who is looking to contribute to the Substance Use Disorder continuum of care with an organization that is responsible for creating the gold standard in Medical Detox treatment.   The Gallus Method encompasses evidence-based protocols, delivered by outstanding medical professionals, enabling safe, comfortable, and effective detox treatment, for a best-in-class customer experience.  We’re looking for an individual with compassion, empathy, and a genuine desire to help patients affect lasting change.  These qualities represent the core values of Gallus and are as important to us as previous Medical Director and clinical experience. 

Our organization is patient-centered, dedicated to long-term recovery, and steadfast in providing dignified care to people who require medical detoxification.  If your experience and values align with Gallus Medical Detox Centers, please apply for immediate consideration.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

·        Provide short-term, primary medical care to patients experiencing substance abuse issues

·        Spend approximately 1 hour daily at clinic to evaluate & treat patients

·        Provide various physician services to patients including H&P, SOAP notes, and pre-certification and utilization review support

·        Spend one to two hours per day at the clinic with a predetermined number of hours of charting within KIPU EMR

·        Coordinate with care team led by Head RN

·        Refer patients who exhibit unstable or critical care needs to urgent care settings as needed

·        Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization

·        Implement and practice our established clinical protocols for detoxification as directed by the Gallus Method

·        Ability to work both as a member of a team and autonomously with little supervision

·        Demonstrate critical thinking, reflection, and problem solving to benefit patient and organization

Requirements

Successful Candidates Must Have:

·        DO or MD from an accredited program

·        Current Texas Physician license, in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure

·        5 years of practice, 2 years of post-residency required

·        Experience with SUD and behavioral health is a plus but not required

·        Experience in ER/ICU a plus

·        Commitment and compassion to patients & colleagues