Contract Physician (MD/DO) – Addiction Medicine (1099 Independent Contractor)

HealthRIGHT 360•Los Angeles, CA

29d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking experienced Addiction Medicine Physicians (MD or DO) to join our growing network of independent contractor providers supporting our withdrawal management and residential behavioral health programs. This is a flexible 1099 contractor opportunity with fully remote and hybrid options available. This opportunity allows physicians to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals in recovery while maintaining flexibility and independence. Providers work alongside dedicated interdisciplinary teams committed to improving health outcomes for some of California’s most vulnerable populations. HealthRIGHT 360 welcomes physicians from diverse backgrounds who are passionate about addiction medicine, recovery, and health equity. POSITION SUMMARY The Contract Physician (CP) is primarily responsible for the following: 1) management of intoxication and withdrawal states, 2) the initiation and monitoring of Medically Assisted Treatment, 3) the evaluation and management of addiction-related medical and psychiatric problems. The CP is responsible for conducting medical histories, performing physical examinations, applying screening tools, ordering and interpreting laboratory tests, and completing standard documentation related to the treatment of addiction. They are responsible for working in collaboration with medical and behavioral health staff in Intake Department, Withdrawal Management Program, Residential and/or Outpatient Programs. They provide direct patient care within HealthRIGHT 360’s Intake Department, Withdrawal Management Program, and/or Residential Programs. The CP also provides clinical support to the MAT healthcare treatment team. This clinical support may include managing Medical Assistants and Nurse functions. Contract physicians may support multiple HealthRIGHT 360 programs and sites based on organizational need and provider availability.

Requirements

M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited United States medical school
Successfully completed internship and residency at an accredited United States Internship or Residency Program
Board certified in family medicine or internal medicine AND/OR Board certified or registered in addiction medicine, or equivalent experience with other specialty Board certification
Valid and active California medical license
Eligible to participate in the CMS Medicaid/Medicare reimbursement programs
Valid and active DEA license
Clinical experience working with people who have experienced addiction, homelessness, incarceration, and trauma
Experience providing addiction treatment to pregnant populations as appropriate
Proficiency with electronic medical records and telehealth platforms
Willingness to support multiple HealthRIGHT 360 programs and sites based on organizational need and provider availability
Must provide own malpractice coverage

Nice To Haves

Training in motivational interviewing or recovery coaching
Advanced knowledge in primary care-based psychiatry
Experience with Welligent EHR
Working proficiency of threshold language to provide patient care (bilingual Spanish preferred)

Responsibilities

Management of intoxication and withdrawal states
Initiation and monitoring of Medically Assisted Treatment (MAT)
Evaluation and management of addiction-related medical and psychiatric problems
Conducting medical histories
Performing physical examinations
Applying screening tools
Ordering and interpreting laboratory tests
Completing standard documentation related to addiction treatment
Working in collaboration with medical and behavioral health staff
Providing direct patient care
Providing clinical support to the MAT healthcare treatment team
Managing Medical Assistants and Nurse functions
Determining the severity of drug and alcohol use based on current DSM criteria
Evaluating and treating drug and alcohol related withdrawal with medications
Determining appropriate ASAM Level of Care based on ASAM criteria
Assessing clients for clearance to enter withdrawal management and prescribing appropriate medication to support the withdrawal process
Prescribing medication-assisted treatment to aid in recovery goals
Evaluating clients in Withdrawal Management and Residential Programs who return to using substances
Evaluating clients in Withdrawal Management and Residential Programs who return from the ED or Hospital due to an overdose or any other medical condition
Monitoring clients in the Withdrawal Management Program to ensure safe and effective treatment
Assisting clients with state disability insurance applications during the residential program treatment
Conducting physical examinations for clearance for the Residential Program
Interpreting Urinary Drug Screens
Monitoring clients in Residential Programming for medication-assisted treatment compliance
Assisting Health & Wellness staff with inquiries about medications
Educating clients on opioid reversal and Narcan Use
Analyzing and interpreting patient history, symptoms, physical findings, and/or diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnoses
Maintaining complete and detailed records of medical history, assessment, and health care plans
Using motivational interviewing or recovery coaching
Collaboration with behavior health teams
Seeing patients on a set schedule, maximizing access to care