Physician Medical Director - Competitive Salary
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Central Connecticut (Hartford Area)
Currently seeking a Medical Director to join a well-established nonprofit organization specializing in behavioral health and addiction medicine in Central Connecticut. This is a clinical leadership role offering a predictable, sustainable schedule with no call, no weekends, and no holidays, providing ample time to maintain a private practice if desired.
Benefits for the Medical Director
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$150,000 base salary for a 3-day work week, or up to $215,000 for a 4-day work week.
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Full-time benefits (medical, dental, vision) available for the 4-day (32-hour) schedule.
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Malpractice coverage provided.
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160 hours of paid vacation plus 14 paid holidays.
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$2,500 annual allowance for Continuing Medical Education (CME).
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All licensing fees covered, including a new Connecticut medical license.
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403(b) retirement plan with an employer match.
Responsibilities of the Medical Director
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Work a 3-day or 4-day schedule (Monday–Thursday, daytime hours) with zero call, holiday, or weekend requirements.
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Provide clinical oversight and evidence-based care recommendations for a panel of program participants.
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Lead and support a multidisciplinary clinical team of nursing and behavioral health professionals.
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Manage and develop quality improvement initiatives, clinical policies, procedures, and workflows.
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Participate in clinical review and leadership committees.
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Represent the organization through education, training, and community outreach.
Requirements of the Medical Director
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MD or DO.
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Board Certified (BC) or Board Eligible (BE) in Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine, or Internal Medicine (Psychiatry or Addiction Medicine is preferred).
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Active Connecticut medical license in good standing, or eligibility to obtain one.
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Experience in substance use disorder and/or mental health care is preferred.
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Leadership experience is a plus, though early-career physicians (including recent graduates from residency or fellowship) are welcome and encouraged to apply.
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Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (visa sponsorship is not available).
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Strong communication skills with a collaborative, hands-on leadership style.
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