Kreate Talent
Medical Director – Medical Sobering Center
Location:
Albuquerque, New Mexico Employment Type:
PRN, Estimated 5–6 hours/week (on the highest end) We are seeking a mission-driven, community-focused Medical Director to lead medical oversight at a new Medical Sobering Center in Albuquerque, NM. This role is pivotal in shaping policy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a trauma-informed, harm-reduction care model for individuals experiencing substance use, co-occurring conditions, and acute intoxication. The Medical Director will provide expert guidance during the design, launch, and stabilization phases, supporting a care model grounded in public health principles and medication-assisted treatment (MAT)-friendly practices. Compensation Competitive hourly rate,
up to $250/hour , commensurate with experience Contract role Key Responsibilities Provide medical oversight, including clinical consultation and policy review. Approve and develop clinical standing orders, detoxification protocols, and withdrawal management pathways. Provide consultation on withdrawal management and medication-assisted treatment (MAT), including troubleshooting complex cases with APRNs. Lead the integration of harm reduction strategies, MAT, and evidence-based SUD interventions. Collaborate with the RN Program Manager and interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care and smooth referral pathways within the Albuquerque healthcare system. Participate in quarterly case consultations, peer review meetings, and remote consultations as needed. Review and approve staff training content, medical documentation protocols, and EHR workflows. Ensure alignment of medical protocols with state/federal regulations and best practices in trauma-informed care. Time Commitment Ongoing:
Approximately 5–6 hours/week Start-Up Phase (Months 1–4):
Increased hours to support staff onboarding, protocol development, and regulatory readiness Center Overview Initial Capacity:
30 beds Target Utilization:
85% by Month 6 Future Capacity:
Designed for up to 49 beds or recliners Ramp-Up:
Four-month phased approach including hiring, training, and facility preparation Training Program:
Includes DEI/CLAS, Motivational Interviewing, CPI de-escalation, MAT, and withdrawal scale administration Qualifications MD or DO licensed in New Mexico (or ability to obtain promptly) Board certification in Addiction Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Psychiatry, or Family Medicine with SUD experience Background in harm reduction, low-barrier care, and MAT prescribing strongly preferred Familiarity with triage or sobering center models a plus Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, trauma-informed care, and person-centered approaches Application Process Please apply by clicking HERE or by sending a CV to kim@kreatetalent.com!
Albuquerque, New Mexico Employment Type:
PRN, Estimated 5–6 hours/week (on the highest end) We are seeking a mission-driven, community-focused Medical Director to lead medical oversight at a new Medical Sobering Center in Albuquerque, NM. This role is pivotal in shaping policy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a trauma-informed, harm-reduction care model for individuals experiencing substance use, co-occurring conditions, and acute intoxication. The Medical Director will provide expert guidance during the design, launch, and stabilization phases, supporting a care model grounded in public health principles and medication-assisted treatment (MAT)-friendly practices. Compensation Competitive hourly rate,
up to $250/hour , commensurate with experience Contract role Key Responsibilities Provide medical oversight, including clinical consultation and policy review. Approve and develop clinical standing orders, detoxification protocols, and withdrawal management pathways. Provide consultation on withdrawal management and medication-assisted treatment (MAT), including troubleshooting complex cases with APRNs. Lead the integration of harm reduction strategies, MAT, and evidence-based SUD interventions. Collaborate with the RN Program Manager and interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care and smooth referral pathways within the Albuquerque healthcare system. Participate in quarterly case consultations, peer review meetings, and remote consultations as needed. Review and approve staff training content, medical documentation protocols, and EHR workflows. Ensure alignment of medical protocols with state/federal regulations and best practices in trauma-informed care. Time Commitment Ongoing:
Approximately 5–6 hours/week Start-Up Phase (Months 1–4):
Increased hours to support staff onboarding, protocol development, and regulatory readiness Center Overview Initial Capacity:
30 beds Target Utilization:
85% by Month 6 Future Capacity:
Designed for up to 49 beds or recliners Ramp-Up:
Four-month phased approach including hiring, training, and facility preparation Training Program:
Includes DEI/CLAS, Motivational Interviewing, CPI de-escalation, MAT, and withdrawal scale administration Qualifications MD or DO licensed in New Mexico (or ability to obtain promptly) Board certification in Addiction Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Psychiatry, or Family Medicine with SUD experience Background in harm reduction, low-barrier care, and MAT prescribing strongly preferred Familiarity with triage or sobering center models a plus Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, trauma-informed care, and person-centered approaches Application Process Please apply by clicking HERE or by sending a CV to kim@kreatetalent.com!