Addiction Medicine Physician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Board-certified physician (MD or DO) in one of the following: Psychiatry (ABPN or AOA), with significant SUD treatment experience; Addiction Psychiatry subspecialty preferred, or Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or other ABMS/AOA primary specialty, with Addiction Medicine subspecialty certification (ABPM) or board eligibility
• Active licensure in at least one U.S. state; multi-state licensure strongly preferred. Must be willing to obtain additional state licensure as needed (Pelago will sponsor this).
• OK or PA preferred to support current patient demand
• DEA registration (or in process) and current state-controlled substance license (or in process).
• Experience in telemedicine, with advanced comfort level using digital platforms and electronic health records (EHRs).
• A passion for patient-centered care, innovation in addiction medicine, and continuous quality improvement.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and organizations.

Nice To Haves

• IMLC (Interstate Medical Licensure Compact) participation
• Previous experience in digital health or telemedicine environments

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive SUD care to Pelago members via virtual visits, including thorough assessments, diagnosis, and medication management for SUD and co-occurring conditions.
• Prescribe and monitor Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), including naltrexone, Suboxone, and other evidence-based pharmacotherapies, in close collaboration with our member operations team.
• Address concurrent mental health issues, such as mild to moderate anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, and other conditions frequently found with SUD, in collaboration with the clinical team.
• Collaborate with counselors, coaches, and member operations to deliver optimized, coordinated care that enhances the member experience and supports recovery.
• Contribute to clinical excellence through participation in case reviews, journal clubs, grand rounds, and peer reviews to maintain high-quality, evidence-based care.
• Develop personalized treatment plans and offer referrals based on clinical assessments and individual member needs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation, supporting quality assurance and compliance efforts to ensure the best patient outcomes.
• Educate patients in a way that is tailored to their unique needs, abilities, and recovery goals.
• Collaborate on cross-functional projects with counselor, growth, and product teams to improve care delivery and member outcomes.
• Help refine and implement clinical protocols, treatment standards, and policies to enhance overall care quality.
• Commit to 10 hours per week supporting our patients.

Benefits

• Pelago will sponsor additional state licensure as needed.