Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Adult Psychiatrist | Advanced Practice Provider (APP)
About The Position
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Addiction Psychiatrist or Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our addiction medicine team. The Psychiatrist or APP will be responsible for providing high-quality care to patients in outpatient Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) clinics, Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), a residential substance treatment program, and withdrawal management settings. This position involves managing patients with substance use disorders (SUD), performing clinical assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing medical supervision for detoxification and ongoing MAT services. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of addiction medicine, medication management, a harm reduction philosophy, and a patient-centered approach to care.
Requirements
- Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of Colorado.
- DEA Certification required
- M.D. or D.O. degree (or international equivalent) with ACGME-accredited residency training program in general psychiatry (adult psychiatrists) and/or in child and adolescent psychiatry (child psychiatrists) or Advanced Practice Provider (APP)
- Prior experience working with adults or children in an outpatient/inpatient setting
Nice To Haves
- ABPN board certification is desirable but not required (must be board-eligible)
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients with co-occurring substance use and psychiatric disorders including history taking, physical examinations, and appropriate diagnostic testing.
- Develop, implement, and manage individualized treatment plans for patients undergoing Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioid, alcohol, or other substance use disorders.
- Prescribe and monitor MAT medications such as buprenorphine, buprenorphine LAI, naltrexone, disulfiram or other treatments as appropriate.
- Provide ongoing follow-up care to assess patient progress, manage side effects, and make adjustments to the treatment plan as needed.
- Educate patients and their families about addiction, treatment options, and recovery strategies.
- Collaborate with other providers, nursing, counselors, and other staff in the development and delivery of comprehensive care.
Benefits
- Student loan repayment programs based on location and role
- Federal malpractice coverage (FTCA)
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- FSA/HSA
- Life and disability
- Accident/hospital plans
- Retirement with employer contributions
- Vacation, sick, and extended illness time off options
- Open communication with leadership and mission-focused engagement
- Training and growth opportunities with a supportive team invested in your success
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
