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Medical Director - Psychiatrist (Part Time)

Advanced Recovery Systems

UPPER MARLBORO, MD

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Authentication, Behavioral Health, Budget Management, Business Strategy, Clinical Nursing, Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Director of Nursing (DON), Documentation, Expense Management, Facilities Planning, Federal Laws and Regulations, Firefighting, Healthcare, Healthcare Management, Healthcare Providers, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Medical Office Administration, Medical Protocols, Medical Treatment, Medications, Medicine, Metrics, Nursing Management, On Call, Organizational Skills, Osteopathy, Patient Care, Performance Management, Philosophy, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Protocol Analysis, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Quality of Care, Regulations, Reimbursement, Special Needs, Standards of Care, State Laws and Regulations, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Treatment Plan, United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
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UPPER MARLBORO, MD
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1 day ago
Description

We are seeking a Part-Time Psychiatric Medical Director to join our team!

Be a part of our facility & make a difference in dual diagnosis treatment!

Advanced Recovery Systems is a trusted, physician-led behavioral healthcare company dedicated to providing evidence-based, expert care for addiction and mental health conditions. We work with health care providers, organizations and individuals to connect those in need to life-saving addiction treatment and mental health support that repairs lives, families and the surrounding communities.

Founded in December 2013 by Dr. Mitchell Eisenberg and Dr. Lewis Gold, Advanced Recovery Systems now has facilities across the U.S. Every facility in our network strives to provide the highest quality of care, using evidence-based therapeutic models that really work. Specialized programming designed to meet the unique needs of veterans and first responders is also offered in select facilities.

The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is a truly unique facility devoted exclusively to the well-being of professional fire service members. It provides specialized care for those facing PTSD, trauma, substance use, addiction, and other behavioral health challenges. Within this supportive and understanding environment, members can begin their healing journey while connecting with peers who share similar experiences.

Guided by a powerful mission and strengthened by skilled leadership and medical expertise, the center plays a critical role in saving the lives of those who dedicate themselves to protecting others-the brave men and women of the fire service.

The Medical Director provides 24-hour management of the Medical and Psychiatric Services of the facility. Reporting to the Executive Director for day-to-day operations. The Medical Director provides effective leadership to staff, has knowledge of Advanced Recovery Systems programs, and directs all medical activities within the facility in accordance with standards of State and Federal regulations and other indicated regulatory and accrediting organizations and agencies. The CMO/ Assoc CMO are available for medical department support, medical related issues, metrics, and quality standards. The Medical Director works effectively with the facility leadership team to ensure success of the facility by completing the following:

CORE JOB DUTIES:

  • Provides administrative oversight of the facility's medical services, by overseeing and leading the medical staff, dietitians, and physician services coordinator (where applicable) while building a collaborative team with nursing and clinical departments.
  • Provides excellent medical care with the ARS philosophy outlined by the Chief Medical Officer. This includes knowledge of detoxification protocols, assessment for medication, withdrawal assessment and management of complications, detoxification protocols, and Medication Assisted Therapy.
  • Understands ASAM criteria and Medical Needs Criteria provided and will document decision making accordingly.
  • Assists the COM and the Executive Director of the facility in the development and maintenance of written objectives, policies, a procedure manual, an organization plan and a quality assurance program for medical services, and review of all medical policies and procedures at least annually. Documentation shall be shared with the facility's medical staff; the director of nursing serves and other appropriate medical staff on an ongoing basis or as revisions are made.
  • In conjunction with the CMO, Executive Director and the governing authority of the substance use disorders treatment facility, plan, and budget for medical services.
  • Support medical staff for success with medical department metrics including, but not limited to Expense Management, Compliance Quantity (includes items such as but not limited to timely completion of records, PDMP, EKG, MAT acceptance), Compliance Quality (Quality of documentation of medical records), Completion % treatment stay, and Outcomes/ Readmission rates.
  • Completes and is proficient using the electronic health record with all required documentation. ensuring compliance with all company policies and procedures, state regulation, Joint Commission standards and Medical Needs Criteria. These records will be completed and authenticated in a timely manner per policy. This includes but is not limited to the following electronic record documents: Psychiatric Evaluation and/or Admission History and Physical Evaluation, Medical Progress Notes, Discharge Summary, and Orders.
  • Review any physical examination reports and medical screening results conducted off-site of a client for the preadmissions process or for other medical concerns, in order to ensure that the client's medical needs are considered and addressed in the development of the treatment plan and throughout treatment.
  • Develops and Implements plans for Performance Improvement as need.
  • Understands and communicates the On-Call responsibilities; will provide contact and back-up numbers, being responsive and available not only when assigned on-call duties, but as backup when medical provider/Medical Director on-call is unavailable. When on call, will be within one hour of facility in case an emergency that requires going to facility.
  • Other duties as assigned


Requirements

  • Graduated from an accredited medical school.
  • Must have experience in addiction medicine.
  • A minimum of 3 years in a supervisory position.
  • Familiarity with Joint Commission and other indicated healthcare standards are necessary.
  • Familiarity with ASAM/ ASAM Criteria and other indicated healthcare standards are necessary.
  • Communication skills to relate to all levels of facility staff.
  • Licensed to practice medicine, e.g. Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine DO) in the appropriate state, as applicable, required.
  • Board Certification in Psychiatry required with additional ABPM-Addiction Medicine certification a nice to have.
  • Must have a DEA to prescribe controlled medications and have had training on Buprenorphine Prescribing.
  • Application of Continuous Quality Improvement and Performance Improvement Team philosophy and ability to develop and apply organizational strategies


Benefits

BENEFITS: Scheduling flexible, required to be onsite & some on-call

  • Pay: Competitive hourly rate starting at $200 a hour
  • CME: $2,500 per year reimbursement
  • Malpractice: Free liability protection, the PLI policy also covers you if you leave the company should it be needed for the time period of your employment
  • Retirement: 401K


Advanced Recovery Systems, a national integrated behavior healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance use and mental health issues.

The Company complies with state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex. It is unlawful to retaliate against individuals or groups based on the basis of their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices/EEO

We are proud to be a drug-free workplace.

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