Medical Director - Addiction Medicine | Los Angeles County

Care Partners•Pomona, CA

27d•$273,000 - $348,000•Onsite

About The Position

Join a leadership team providing trauma-informed, evidence-based care for clients in LA County’s residential and withdrawal management programs. The Addiction Medical Director oversees clinical operations, ensures quality care, and leads a multidisciplinary team of providers. Responsibilities include direct patient care, supervision and training of clinical staff, performance management, and participation in policy development. This role is primarily based at our Pomona Residential site, with oversight of additional county programs as needed.

Requirements

M.D. or D.O. from an accredited medical school
Active California medical license
DEA registration
BLS & ACLS certification
Board Certified in Addiction Medicine OR Significant Addiction Medicine experience, including MA
Board Certified Addiction Medicine: 2+ years post-training experience
Not Board Certified Addiction Medicine: 5+ years post-training experience (Residency and fellowship time excluded)
Leadership: 2–3+ years in a formal physician leadership role (Medical Director / Lead Physician
Experience with SUD, mental health, and/or justice-involved populations
Must pass background check / Live Scan
COVID vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions available)
Travel to program sites
Willingness to complete ongoing CME

Nice To Haves

Physician: 5–7+ years post-training experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide on-site leadership across LA County programs per schedule and as needed.
Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate behavioral health and medical services.
Mentor and support providers; represent programs in county and funder meetings.
Promote high-quality care and operational excellence.
Oversee and deliver addiction treatment and withdrawal management services.
Provide MAT, clinical supervision, and peer review for medical staff.
Ensure quality, compliant, and efficient patient care in coordination with nursing and leadership.
Review charts, sign clinical documents, and maintain availability for consultation.
Participate in clinical committees, audits, and quality improvement efforts.
Ensure compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR, and funder regulations.
Support provider performance evaluations, training, and workflow optimization
Maintain accurate, timely clinical records per agency and regulatory standards.
Develop and monitor treatment plans and ensure proper documentation.