Medical Provider
Argon Agency
- Bayville, NJ
- $120,000-140,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Conduct thorough medical evaluations of patients with substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions
- Develop and manage individualized treatment plans that integrate pharmacological and behavioral strategies
- Prescribe and monitor medications for addiction treatment (e.g., buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone) in accordance with federal and state regulations
- Monitor for potential drug interactions, medication adherence, and adverse reactions
- Support detoxification processes and medically-assisted withdrawal, where applicable
- Provide ongoing assessment and documentation of patient progress, modifying treatment plans as needed
- Deliver basic physical health services and address co-existing medical conditions or refer out as appropriate
- Work closely with addiction counselors, behavioral health clinicians, case managers, and nursing staff
- Participate in case reviews, treatment planning meetings, and discharge coordination
- Engage families and support systems (as appropriate) to promote recovery
- Maintain open and collaborative communication across care teams
- Ensure timely, accurate, and confidential documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
- Comply with federal (SAMHSA, DEA), state (New Jersey Department of Health), and facility-specific regulations
- Maintain up-to-date patient charts, lab results, medication logs, and progress notes
- Stay current with best practices in addiction medicine, harm reduction, and integrated care
- Attend required training in Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) and Continuing Medical Education (CME) relevant to addiction care
- Contribute to mentorship and training of interns if applicable
- Participate in facility-wide initiatives to improve clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction
- Support efforts to measure and enhance program effectiveness and treatment engagement
- Help implement and refine evidence-based practices and clinical protocols
- MD, DO, NP, or PA from an accredited institution with appropriate clinical training
- Valid license to practice in the State of New Jersey
- DEA license with MAT waiver (DATA 2000 waiver) required for prescribing buprenorphine or ability to obtain
- Board Certification in Addiction Medicine or Psychiatry preferred, but not required
- BLS/CPR certification (current)
- Clinical experience in substance use disorder treatment or behavioral health preferred, 1 - 3 years
- Comfort working with populations with co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions
- Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-centered focus
- Familiarity with harm reduction and trauma-informed care models
- Proficiency with EMR systems and documentation standards
- Familiarity with Office 360 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, etc.)
- On-site at a licensed SUD treatment facility, which offers medical detox and inpatient services
- Diverse patient population, including individuals with complex psychosocial needs
- Flexible schedule may include early mornings, weekends, and participation in an on-call rotation
- Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods
- Capacity to handle emotionally sensitive or high-stress interactions
- Must be able to use standard clinical equipment and technology
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Health insurance
- 401k
- PTO
- A mission-driven, collaborative, and inclusive work culture