Medical Director

The United Planning Organization (UPO) is the designated Community Action Agency for Washington, District of Columbia, and has served the residents of the District since 1962.  Our Vision for the future is “UPO’s Washington:  A city of thriving communities and self-sufficient residents”; our Mission is “Uniting People with Opportunities.”

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POSITION: Medical Director

(Part Time) (15-20 hours per week)  

PROGRAM/DIVISION:        Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC)

                                                                Community Health Division

BULLETIN No:                                1042024 

SALARY RANGE:                        (Commensurate with Experience)

OPENING DATE:                            April 23, 2025

CLOSING DATE:                             Open until filled

FIRST SOURCE: RM-15-HCA-STATS-000BY04-CPS

MAJOR DUTIES:

Responsible for overseeing the medical activities of the United Planning

Organization, Comprehensive Treatment Center Opioid Treatment Program.

Examines and evaluates the physical condition of patients, formulates diagnosis, prescribes treatment and/or referral to other health care professionals and determines an appropriate medication regimen. 

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:

Conduct medical exams and establish doses for buprenorphine, naltrexone, and methadone clients, including initial and annual physical examinations.

Confer with counselors, attend review boards, client treatment staff meetings, and contribute to treatment plans. Evaluate clients' progress and make recommendations for changes in medical treatment and/or dosages as required. Acts as consultant regarding medical problems as they arise. Consult with other physicians regarding the care of clients and review the status of referrals. Make inpatient/outpatient referrals to other medical facilities/services. Write orders for buprenorphine, naltrexone, and methadone and other prescribed medication required for necessary patient care. Prepare emergency medications. Provide medical consultation to nursing and clinical staff. Perform ongoing reviews of case files to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements and regulations. Serve as a member of the treatment team to advise on the course of client care. Provide training on buprenorphine, naltrexone, and methadone, drugs and withdrawal/detoxification to new staff and substance abuse counselors.  

Provide lectures/information for clients as needed on buprenorphine, naltrexone, methadone, drugs of abuse and their treatment. Perform client monitoring for Diversion Control Procedures. Prepare and review client and program policies. Provide consultation to Treatment staff in weekly meetings to consult on client cases. Provide emergency care to clients on the premises. Provide on call coverage when needed to the Opioid Treatment Program. Review client medications for drug interactions on a quarterly basis or as needed. Review all take-home requests and drug screen results.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Doctor of Medicine (MD). Experience in responsible medical positions, including some experience in the rehabilitation persons with substance use disorders. Possession of a certificate of registration to practice medicine in DC, possession of a certificate of registration with the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration, and the State Board of Pharmacy in the District of Columbia.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, effective planning and organizational skills along with technological competence and data management systems.

Must be able to work sensitively and effectively with individuals of diverse educational, socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Thorough knowledge of the diagnosis and specialized treatment of persons with substance use disorders. Knowledge of current developments in the treatment and rehabilitation of persons with substance use

disorders. Knowledge of psychology, psychiatry and pharmacology.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

In the event that an offer is extended, the candidate will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check and/or FBI fingerprinting, as well as pre-employment drug screening, as applicable for the position.

This position IS NOT covered by the collective bargaining unit of the CWA Union

As an approved NHSC and STAR LRP site, qualified health professionals are eligible to apply for tuition reimbursement of up to$75,000 or $250,000 for their participation in the NHSC Loan Repayment Program or Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR-LRP)

To be considered for this position:

Submit your cover letter and resume to the Career Center 

UPO is an Equal Opportunity Employer