Associate Medical Director

We Care Daily Clinics•Auburn, WA

1d•$210,000 - $225,000•Onsite

About The Position

We Care Daily Clinics (WCDC) is a modern facility providing treatment for addiction in a person-centered environment. WCDC aims to restore hope and purpose for individuals battling opioid use through a holistic approach, evidence-based treatment, and by removing barriers to recovery. The facility utilizes FDA-approved medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) combined with behavioral health counseling, offering personalized recovery pathways in a supportive environment. Additional services include patient transportation and family/social support.

Requirements

Medical degree (Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)) with a valid and unrestricted Washington State medical license.
Individual, unrestricted DEA license.
Board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics/Gynecology, or Psychiatry, with additional addiction-specific board certification in either Addiction Medicine or Addiction Psychiatry.
Experience in substance use disorder treatment, particularly with MOUD, with experience in the OTP environment preferred.
Strong leadership and collaborative skills, with willingness to supervise nonphysician practitioners.
Demonstrated ability to teach and mentor medical learners.
Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Proficiency with electronic medical record systems.
Working knowledge of state and federal regulations governing OTPs.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the OTP environment

Responsibilities

Assist the Medical Director in overseeing the medical care of patients, including the provision and management of MOUD.
Provide clinical oversight and supervision to nonphysician practitioners, nurses, and medical assistants, ensuring adherence to medical policies and best practices.
Participate in the clinical teaching and mentorship of medical learners, including fellows, residents, and students.
Collaborate with the clinical team to implement evidence-based treatment plans and ensure continuity of care.
Assist in developing, reviewing, and implementing clinical policies and procedures under the direction of the Medical Director.
Support quality improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and accreditation standards.
Assist with the training, evaluation, and development of physician and nonphysician provider team members, as well as nurses and medical assistants.
Participate in medical staff meetings to review clinical cases, facilitate discussions on best practices, and contribute to interdisciplinary collaboration.
Contribute to the completion of medically-related regulatory tasks, such as federal and state applications, permits, and site surveys, as delegated by the Medical Director.
Work with the clinic administrator and leadership to maintain effective treatment and service delivery.
Ensure compliance with relevant state and federal laws related to OTPs, including correspondence with regulatory agencies such as SAMHSA, DEA, and State Opioid Treatment Authority.
Depending on assignment, the organization’s Associate Medical Director may function under the delegation of the organization's Medical Director at a given location, or may be designated as the Site Medical Director of a certified OTP site, assuming responsibility under 42 CFR § 8.2 for that program's medical and behavioral health services.
This position may carry responsibilities across more than one clinic site, including the organization's current locations (Auburn, Puyallup, and multiple Seattle sites) as well as future OTP sites as the organization expands.