BAART Programs-posted 4 months ago
Part-time
Hammond, LA
1-10 employees

BAART Programs is looking for a Medical Director to lead our Medically Assisted Treatment programs. 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.

  • Planning and supervising provision of treatment for patients 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.
  • Obtains a history and physical exam.
  • Ensures examination results meet Federal and state guidelines and refers patients for care elsewhere when indicated.
  • Initiates, alters and terminates replacement narcotic therapy medications following strict protocols meeting the approval of Federal & state guidelines.
  • 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.
  • Current LA license.
  • Ability to prescribe methadone & buprenorphine.
  • Board eligible or certified in addiction medicine.
  • Minimum of 6 months experience in Addiction Medicine/MAT.
  • 1-year of family practice required.
  • Satisfactory drug screen and background check.
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