Psychiatrist – Substance Use Disorder (SUD)

Job description

Job description
Job Title: Psychiatrist – Substance Use Disorder (SUD)
Location: Northern California

Position Overview
A community-based behavioral health program is seeking a Psychiatrist to support a high-impact Substance Use Disorder (SUD) program. This role focuses on medication management and psychiatric care for individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders in an outpatient setting.

Job Responsibilities
Provide psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management for patients with substance use disorders
Manage a high-volume SUD caseload (~250 patients)
Diagnose and treat co-occurring psychiatric conditions (e.g., depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder)
Prescribe and manage medications including MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment) such as buprenorphine, naltrexone, and other appropriate therapies
Collaborate with counselors, case managers, and multidisciplinary care teams
Participate in treatment planning and care coordination
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
Support continuity of care and patient engagement in recovery programs
Schedule & Workflow
Outpatient setting
Adult patient population
Monday–Friday schedule
Daytime hours
No call required
High-volume, structured caseload (~250 patients)
Qualifications
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
Active California medical license (or ability to obtain)
DEA license required
Experience in Substance Use Disorder treatment preferred
Experience with MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment) strongly preferred
Ability to manage high patient volume efficiently
Skills
Strong understanding of addiction psychiatry and SUD treatment modalities
Experience with MAT protocols and best practices
Excellent clinical judgment and diagnostic skills
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
Strong organizational and time management skills
Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
Additional Highlights
High-impact role serving a critical patient population
Established SUD program with multidisciplinary support
Consistent weekday schedule with no call
Job Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities
Conduct psychiatric evaluations for patients with substance use disorders
Provide ongoing medication management for SUD and co-occurring mental health conditions
Prescribe and manage Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including buprenorphine, naltrexone, and other appropriate therapies
Manage a high-volume caseload (~250 patients) with a focus on continuity of care
Diagnose and treat co-occurring conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and bipolar disorder
Collaborate with counselors, therapists, case managers, and multidisciplinary care teams
Participate in treatment planning, care coordination, and recovery-focused services
Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans, and support long-term recovery goals
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices in addiction treatment