Medical Director of Outpatient Addiction Services Cambridge Health Alliance

Cambridge Health Alliance; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 181,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public healthcare institution in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Medical Director of Outpatient Addiction Services to provide clinical and administrative leadership. The role involves overseeing evidence-based addiction care and supporting research initiatives. The ideal candidate is board-certified in Psychiatry with a commitment to serving diverse populations. Competitive salary range of $239,000-$260,000 and comprehensive benefits offered.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer matching

Generous PTO and CME allowance

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Experience in addiction treatment and leadership in a clinical setting.
• Commitment to serving diverse and underserved populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative leadership for addiction treatment services.
• Oversee integration of evidence-based and harm reduction approaches to care.
• Support teaching and research efforts related to addiction psychiatry.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Commitment to diverse populations

Education

Board Certification in Psychiatry

Addiction Psychiatry certification (preferred)

Job description

Medical Director of Outpatient Addiction Services

• Medical Director of Outpatient Addiction Services

The Department of Psychiatry at Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA), a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School (HMS), is seeking an experienced and passionate Addiction Psychiatrist to serve as the Medical Director of Outpatient Addiction Services.

CHA is a nationally recognized, award-winning public healthcare system and one of the region’s leading providers of behavioral health and addiction services. Our system includes three hospital campuses and an integrated network of primary and specialty outpatient care practices in Cambridge, Somerville, and MCREW communities. We use a fully integrated electronic medical record system (EPIC) to enhance patient care.

Position Overview:

The Medical Director of Outpatient Addiction Services will provide clinical and administrative leadership for addiction treatment services within the outpatient setting. This role will oversee the integration of evidence-based, population-based, and harm reduction approaches to addiction care, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered treatment for an underserved and diverse population. The Medical Director will also support teaching and research efforts related to addiction psychiatry.

Qualifications:

• Board Certification in Psychiatry (Addiction Psychiatry certification preferred).
• Experience in addiction treatment and leadership in a clinical setting.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to serving diverse and underserved populations.

Academic & Compensation Details:

• Harvard Medical School (HMS) faculty appointment (commensurate with qualifications).
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including:
  • Full time Salary Range of $239,000-$260,000
  • Health and dental insurance
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
  • Generous PTO and CME allowance (time and funding)
  • Additional benefits to support professional development and work-life balance

This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven institution dedicated to expanding access to high-quality addiction care.

Interested candidates can apply by submitting their CV’s through our secure website at www.CHAproviders.org, or by email to Jessica Ribeiro at [e-mail]. The Department of Provider Recruitment may be reached by phone at [phone] or by fax [phone].

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.