Part-Time Medical Director - MAT Program

BAART Programs•Port Angeles, WA

10d•$148 - $195•Onsite

About The Position

BAART Programs is looking for a Medical Director to lead our Medically Assisted Treatment program. This individual provides patient care, medical evaluation, establishes dosing levels, and interacts as necessary with Federal, state, county & other regulatory bodies. The Medical Director trains & manages subordinate physician extenders and provides MAT services directly to patients. BAART is looking for a physician that is looking to make a difference in our patient’s lives.

Requirements

Board Certified in any residency
Current WA license and DEA license
Satisfactory drug screen and background check

Responsibilities

Planning and supervising provision of treatment for patients (including regular review and notes in the patient’s record) according to established CSAT and state guidelines with a strong emphasis on quality & customer service.
Signs patient record notes
Oversees patient care provided by physician extender, signs charts, dosing levels, etc., when applicable
Admitting Patients for Methadone and Buprenorphine Treatment.
Oversight of any patient site emergencies
Physician will obtain a history and physical exam.
Examination results to meet Federal and state guidelines and refers patient for care elsewhere when indicated (including appropriate follow up)
Initiates, alters and terminates replacement narcotic therapy medications following strict protocols meeting the approval of Federal & state guidelines as well as current medical literature for patient care.
Supervises the administration and dispensing of medications.
Confers with patient’s private physician as needed.
Examines staff after on-the-job accidents or injuries as needed.
Serves as a clinic in-service resource.
Provides patient education specific to various disease processes within our scope of practice.
Oversees the continuum of care process for patients.
Maintains strict patient, employee, company and computer confidentiality.