Physician
Company: Santa Fe Recovery Center
Location: Santa Fe
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
Description:
Santa Fe Recovery Center (SFRC) is a dynamic non-profit and
behavioral health organization that is devoted to helping recovery
for all individuals struggling with addictions. We believe in
helping the community who have a Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and
provide a continuum of care starting from detox to outpatient
services. Our staff operates with integrity and treats each client
with compassion and respect in a safe and nurturing
environment.Santa Fe Recovery Center is searching for the right
candidate who believes in our mission, vision, values, and
inclusivity. The candidate should have a clear vision of why they
want to work for us; are wanting to grow and learn, and have the
desire to serve diverse populations and underserved
communities.Under the direction and supervision of the Medical
Director/Managing Physician, the Physician performs a medical
assessment of patients and prescribes or adjusts medications as
indicated. Evaluation, management, and prescribing services are
rendered on-site at SFRC facilities. On-call is required under the
direction of medical and executive management. The Physician
collaborates with nursing and medical technician staff to
facilitate admission, treatment, and successful discharge of
patients with co-occurring substance use disorders. Additional
duties may include but are not limited to coordination of care with
referral sources as well as educational support and
interdisciplinary treatment consultation with patients, family
members, caregivers, and staff.Duties and Responsibilities:Review
patients' medical historiesConduct physical exams to check the
patient's healthOrder and interpret diagnostic tests, such as
x-rays or blood tests, as requiredAssess and diagnose patientsGive
brief treatment, education, and counseling regarding
diagnosed/concerns to patients and familiesPrescribe medications as
neededRecord patient progress and treatment utilizing an agency EMR
systemCoordinate care across agency programs and referrals for
needed servicesIs available on an on-call basis for admissions from
the hospital and ongoing or emergency medication needs.Provides
direction and support to nursing and medical technicians regarding
diagnostic and medication management of clientsPrescribes various
medications (scheduled and PRN) as needed during both detox and
post-detox phases of treatment per protocolsConducts or
participates in quality assurance and educational programs;
providing instruction and training in opioid addiction treatment
with buprenorphine (Suboxone), diversion control, overdose
prevention, and health management of addictionPerforms
buprenorphine induction, evaluation, management, and follow-up
appointments; coordinating with SFRC staff to ensure efficiency and
quality recovery services are provided including monitoring at
admissions, ongoing treatment, and dischargeFollows medical
protocols established by the Medical Director including admission,
treatment, and discharge standards in accordance with agency policy
and procedure.Participate in required staff supervision, continuing
education, and trainingPerforms any related duties as required and
assigned by the Medical Director.
Requirements:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:Provide compassionate
patient care to individuals struggling with addiction and
demonstrate commitment to their chosen path to recovery.Abides by
the professional standards, rules, and regulations as promulgated
by relevant state and federal licensing boards.Abides by agency
policy and procedure established by the Board of Directors and
Executive Management.Proficiency in providing medical and treatment
information to program staff in person, by telephone, in written
form, or by e-mail.Ability to make good decisions quickly and
multitask well.Ability to consult a physician when there are
limitations in knowledge or understanding of the concern/issue at
hand.Ability to be detail-oriented in order to relay information
accurately to internal and external treatment providers.Provide
education to clients with limited health literacy and to those with
English as their second language.Minimum Qualifications:State of
New Mexico licensed Physicians requiredPossesses current DEA and
NM-CSR licenses; preference is given to individuals with DEA-X (or
eligible for DATA 2000 waiver)Minimum 3 years of experience working
with co-occurring disorders, preferredMinimum 2 years of
uninterrupted abstinence from substances for persons in recovery
requiredFluency in speaking and writing in Spanish;
preferredProficiency with office technology and equipment, such as
computers, copiers, scanners, fax machines, and phone systems,
requiredProficiency with MS Office applications,
requiredProficiency with electronic health/medical records
(EHR/EMR) documentation, requiredExcellent interpersonal, verbal,
and written communication skillsPossesses a values base consistent
with the mission and philosophy of the AgencyMust have and maintain
a current, valid NM driver's license. Must also have and maintain a
clean driving record, as well as auto insurance.Competitive
Employee Benefits Package:The following benefits are offered to our
full-time employees, their spouses, domestic partners, and
dependent children:1. Medical2. 4% Matching 401(k)3. Dental4.
Vision5. Accident (Part-Time Eligible)6. Critical Illness
(Part-Time Eligible)7. Employer-paid Disability8. Voluntary
Life/AD&D9. Teladoc Virtual Visits (Part-Time Eligible)In
addition, the following benefits are extended to all full-time
employees:1. Employer-paid Disability2. Employer-paid Basic
Life/AD&DPI200979665
Keywords: Santa Fe Recovery Center, Santa Fe , Physician, Healthcare , Santa Fe, New Mexico
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