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Medical Director
Location: Hybrid – Englewood, NJ
Department: Medical
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
About Boca Recovery Center
Founded in 2016, Boca Recovery Center is a nationally recognized addiction treatment provider specializing in substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. With locations in Florida, New Jersey, Indiana, and Massachusetts, we deliver evidence-based, trauma-informed care in a structured and supportive environment. Our mission is to promote lasting recovery through compassionate, client-centered services.
Medical Director (Addiction Medicine) – Englewood, NJ
Position Overview
Boca Recovery Center is seeking a Medical Director to provide clinical leadership for our medical detox and residential substance use disorder treatment facility in Englewood, New Jersey.
This role is ideal for a physician with strong experience in addiction medicine and substance use treatment who is looking for a part-time leadership position with flexible on-site requirements. The Medical Director will oversee medical and clinical services, ensuring high-quality care, regulatory compliance, and effective treatment outcomes for individuals beginning their recovery journey.
Key Qualifications
- Active New Jersey Medical License (required)
- Willingness to obtain DEA and CDS licenses under the facility address (costs reimbursed)
- Board Certified in Addiction Medicineor minimum 5+ years of verifiable experience in substance use disorder treatment
- Availability for approximately 20 hours per week
- Not required to be full-time on-site, but must be responsive and accessible to staff as needed
Requirements
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide clinical leadership and oversight of detoxification and residential treatment services
- Conduct or oversee medical and/or psychiatric evaluations for new clients in accordance with state and facility requirements
- Ensure appropriate follow-up care, referrals, and coordination for clients with medical or psychiatric needs
- Develop, implement, and monitor detoxification and withdrawal management protocols
- Oversee all medical and pharmacological treatment services, ensuring compliance with federal and New Jersey state regulations
- Maintain compliance with DEA, CDS, and Board of Pharmacy requirements
- Collaborate with APRNs and PAs through required supervisory or collaborative agreements
- Ensure quality assurance measures, including drug utilization reviews and medication safety protocols
- Uphold policies related to client rights, confidentiality (HIPAA), and ethical care standards
- Establish and maintain systems for coordinated care both within the facility and with external providers
- Designate appropriate medical coverage to ensure continuous clinical oversight
Preferred Experience
- Extensive experience in substance use disorder treatment, particularly detoxification and withdrawal management
- Strong understanding of co-occurring mental health and addiction disorders
- Familiarity with regulatory and accreditation standards for addiction treatment facilities
- Experience working within inpatient or residential treatment settings
- Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Schedule & Commitment
- Approximately 20 hours per week
- Flexible schedule, with limited on-site presence as needed
- Role does not require full-time onsite coverage, but ongoing availability for consultation and oversight is expected
Benefits
Join Boca Recovery Center and make a meaningful impact through expert, compassionate care in a mission-driven environment focused on recovery and wellness.