Addiction - Medical Director, Part Time position

Pivotal Health PC•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

Pivotal Healthcare seeks a mission-driven, part-time Medical Director for Addiction Medicine to provide administrative oversight of its Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program. The role is suited to a board-certified addiction specialist committed to compassionate, evidence-based care for patients with substance use disorders. The Medical Director will mentor staff, review clinical files, ensure program compliance, and support MAT services across the Concord and Charlotte locations. The role collaborates with care managers, the Director of substance abuse, and external partners to improve care delivery and community relationships. The position involves regular access to protected health information (PHI) for treatment, quality assurance, and compliance operations. The Medical Director may access only designated record sets required for job functions and must follow HIPAA’s minimum necessary standard. The position is in a standard office setting with moderate noise and is sedentary, with occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted medical license in North and South Carolina.
DEA registration with MAT prescribing authority (X-waiver or equivalent).
Board certification in Addiction Medicine.
BLS/CPR certification, or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
At least 5 years of clinical experience in addiction medicine or a related field.
No substance misuse for at least three years and no evidence of misuse while employed.
Knowledge of the effects of drugs and alcohol on individuals, families, and communities.
Knowledge of American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria.
Knowledge of family dynamics, trauma-informed care, and crisis intervention.
Knowledge of suicide prevention and management of life-threatening situations.
Knowledge of case management and documentation best practices.
Knowledge of evidence-based counseling methods, including individual, group, and crisis counseling.
Knowledge of local and state treatment programs and referral networks.
Detail-oriented with excellent clinical judgment.
Exceptional oral, written, and non-verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of continuous quality improvement practices or willingness to learn.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse populations.
Effective time-management and organizational capabilities.
Dexterity to frequently use a keyboard, phone, and office tools; ability to communicate clearly with patients and staff; normal vision for reviewing documents and screen data; and ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred.
Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with behavioral health staff to align MAT services with organizational goals.
Ensure compliance with licensing and credentialing bodies, including DEA requirements.
Regularly review clinical documentation and provide constructive feedback.
Contribute to the development and evaluation of MAT services across designated sites.
Develop, adopt, and monitor standards of care and performance metrics.
Address the needs of diverse patient populations, including pregnant individuals.
Participate in weekly interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
Train staff on charting, dosing, and emerging treatment policies or procedures.
Collaborate with the data analytics team to produce reports supporting quality improvement.
Protect PHI and uphold HIPAA standards in its handling and use.
Mentor staff and support the growth of MAT services across the Concord and Charlotte locations.
Collaborate with care managers, the Director of substance abuse, and external partners to strengthen care delivery and community relationships.