What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Director - Outpatient position at Recovery Works NW?
About Recovery Works NW:
As a family-owned community organization addressing a medical and social epidemic, we focus on innovative, judgement-free, and compassionate solutions for substance use and mental health-related distress.
Position Summary
The Medical Director is responsible for the entire scope of the medical programs offered for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) patients at Recovery Works NW’s outpatient facilities. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Medical Director has a deep understanding of addiction medicine, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to improving patient care through evidence-based practices. This role will involve direct clinical oversight, direct patient care, program development, quality assurance, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive treatment to individuals with substance use disorders. This is a hybrid role (which can be part time OR full time) will require in-person work one to two days per week to ensure providers feel supported and to provide patient care as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Clinical Oversight: Provide direct supervision and oversight to medical providers.
- Patient Care: Offer medical consultations, assessments, and treatment planning for patients seeking outpatient care for substance use disorders. Administer evidence-based interventions, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and monitor patient progress.
- Program Development & Improvement: Lead efforts to continuously improve treatment protocols, clinical pathways, and overall program effectiveness. Develop and implement policies related to patient care, safety, and treatment standards.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the Director of Clinical Services and Director of Operations to ensure a holistic approach to treatment. Facilitate team meetings to ensure cohesive, patient-centered care planning and service delivery.
- Training & Education: Provide education and training to clinical staff, including physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals, to maintain high levels of clinical competency and up-to-date knowledge of SUD treatment options.
- Compliance & Documentation: Ensure the program meets all state, federal, and accreditation body requirements. Review and monitor patient documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Quality Assurance: Monitor and evaluate clinical outcomes to ensure best practices are being followed and that the program meets established goals for patient care and treatment outcomes. Make recommendations for process improvements based on data and outcomes.
- Leadership & Administration: Act as a key leader in the outpatient program, providing direction, mentorship, and leadership providers.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
- Licensed by the State Board of Medical Examiners to practice medicine in Oregon
- Board Certified in Addiction Medicine
- At least three years of experience working as addiction medicine provider
- Demonstrated experience (3 plus years) in a medical setting, including two years of director-level supervising and/or management experience
Benefits
- Medical insurance base tier premium is paid 100% by the company (option to upgrade to additional tiers and/or add family members which are paid for by employee)
- Dental and Vision Insurance premium is paid 100% by the company
- Holiday Pay
- PTO and Paid Sick Time
- 401k and 401k matching of up to 3% after 3 months
**Position is contingent on passing an OHA Background check and successful completion of a urine analysis (UA) after accepting job offer**
Recovery Works NW is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $200,000