Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

Part Time Physician - Open to Training!

Rare opportunity for a physician who has a passion for helping individuals struggling with Opioid Use Disorder

Join our team at River's Shore Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) as a Physician, where you’ll provide advanced care that transforms lives and fosters recovery. Guided by our Medical Director and Nurse Supervisor, you’ll play a vital role in optimizing patient outcomes and ensuring the highest standards of care. If you’re passionate about making a difference in behavioral health and substance use treatment, we invite you to bring your expertise and compassion to CTC.

Our Team:

River's Shore Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Milwaukee, WI, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling, therapy, medication, and guidance to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. 

• Age Group/Range: Adults
• Practice Setting/Type: Outpatient OTP
• Part-Time Schedule:
  • Monday & Wednesday (onsite) 7:00 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Friday is an option to be remote, providing telehealth.

Role as Physician:

The Physician is responsible for the provision of medical services to patients, including prescribing, dispensing, and administering medication for the treatment of substance misuse in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations. Responsible for the medical management of patients at all levels of care provided by the clinic. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel to patients. Provides medical oversight to the nursing department under the guidance of the Clinic Director.

For more details, please contact Debbie Hughes - debbie.hughes@acadiahealthcare.com or 615.861.7581

Role Responsibilities:

• Responsible for providing medical care for prescribing, dispensing and administration of medication to patients at the clinic, and within medical protocols defined by federal and state regulations, as well as by corporate, facility or clinic policy or procedures;
• Performs physical exams on patients admitted for medication maintenance to establish medical diagnosis for acute and chronic health problems;
• Reviews medical information on patients to ensure medical stability, eligibility for program, and to offer medical recommendations;
• Ensuring that all patients are aware of the hazards of the medication treatment program;
• Evaluates patient care, adjusting the plan of care based on outcomes, diagnostic test results and patient feedback;
• Provides patient and staff education on medical maintenance;
• Reviews and completes medical information for individual care plans, documenting services and information in a timely manner, maintaining appropriate confidential documentation, compliance, and billing in accordance with the policy and procedures;
• Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, CARF standards, and clinic policy and procedure; and,
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Develops constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintains them over time; and,
• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect and cooperation among team members.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Doctoral degree in Medicine (MD or DO) from an accredited college or university
• Previous experience in a MAT program preferred, not required - open to training 
• Prefer familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone - open to training

• Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards). 

• No history of alcohol or drug misuse for a period of three years before employment

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current license to practice medicine by the state of Wisconsin 
• Board certification or certificate of admissibility for board certification preferred
• Current DEA credentials are required to prescribe controlled substances without restrictions, and per regulation, within the state of Wisconsin 

Our Comprehensive Treatment Network

~3,000+ Employees · 170+ Locations · 74,000+ Patients · 33 States · 1 Network

Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers (CTC) division operates 170+ CARF-accredited outpatient opioid treatment programs (OTPs) nationwide, serving patients undergoing treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD). As the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in the nation, we care for more than 74,000 patients daily. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive care, combining therapies with safe and effective medications. Our team stands at the forefront of the battle against the opioid epidemic.

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