Addiction Medicine Physician

Company: Amergis Locum Tenens
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 3, 2025

Job Description:

Looking for an Addictions Medicine physician to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals struggling with addiction in Chicago.Responsibilities:

• Manage cases involving co-occurring substance abuse disorder and chronic pain
• Initiate and maintain methadone and buprenorphine treatments
• Provide substance use disorder treatment to launch an inpatient addiction medicine consult service 4 days a week in a Hospital environment
• Serve patients in ambulatory clinic one day a weekQualifications:
  • Board Certified in Internal Medicine (IM) or Family Practice (FP)
  • Previous experience in addiction medicine
  • Expertise in managing opioid use disorder
    • Valid IL state medical license.
    • DEA and Controlled Substance License - MAT preferred but not requiredPreferred Skills:
      • Proficiency in methadone maintenance continuation and ongoing maintenance
      • Experience with buprenorphine initiation and maintenanceJob Location Details:
        • Monday - Friday (either 7am-3pm or 8am-4pm)
        • Adults only
        • Malpractice paid

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