Physician

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Medical Director, the Physician diagnoses and treats individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD) at an outpatient opioid treatment program (OTP); determines appropriateness for medication-assisted treatment (MAT), follows the principles of harm reduction, and upholds the mission, vision, and values of Community Medical Services.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITES

• Practices within CMS’s standard of care, as determined by the Chief Medical Officer and outlined in the CMS Policy Manual
• Evaluates and performs comprehensive patient evaluations and follow ups; orders medication, monitors patient response, adjusts as indicated
• Reviews state-specific prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP) database and documents findings in case notes at each patient encounter and as required by applicable regulations

• Reviews drug screen results, determines appropriateness for confirmation testing, and interprets serology results
• Explains treatment and test results with patients
• Completes referrals and consultations to ensure continuum of care and wholistic patient care
• Provides patient education regarding MAT, OUD, prevention of communicable disease, and other health-related topics pertinent to individuals substance use disorders
• Completes clinical documentation on the same day as the encounter in the client’s electronic health record (EHR)
• Ensures all documentation is complete, appropriate, and adherent to CMS policy requirements
• Provides emergency triage to patients in distress, including the administration of naloxone
• Maintains schedule of appointments with efficient use of time and is present in the clinic during all assigned hours; is available on-call, if necessary
• Adheres to professional ethics and boundaries at all times
• Assists with dosing and medication services, when needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Certification, and Experience Requirements

• MD/DO with unrestricted license in the state(s) of employment
• Unrestricted DEA license
• 3 years of clinical experience preferred
• Active CPR and first aid certifications
• Basic to intermediate computer knowledge, including ability to navigate in electronic health records
• Problem solving, conflict resolution, and strong customer service skills
• Passion, humility, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail
• Strong team player comfortable working in a fast-paced setting

Tools and Equipment Requirements

• Ability to use a phone, computer, printer, and copier is required
• Frequent use of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to use the internet and various web browser software is required
• Frequent use of electronic health record to document patient encounters
• Ability to use telemedicine equipment as requested

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Requires sitting, standing, and bending associated with a clinic environment
• Some lifting may be required

OTHER CONDITIONS

This job description is not designed to be an all-inclusive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

EEO STATEMENT

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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