Psychiatry - Addiction Physician
Not Specified, NY, USA
- Healthcare
- Contract
- Psychiatry
- Addiction Physician
- Medication-Assisted Treatment
This locum position seeks a licensed psychiatrist with experience in Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) to provide medical and psychiatric care in an outpatient substance use treatment program in Long Island, NY. The role involves conducting clinical evaluations, prescribing and managing MAT medications including Methadone, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient care continuity. The position offers flexible scheduling, immediate start, and competitive compensation within an established treatment setting.
We are seeking an MD or Psychiatrist for an ASAP locum need within an established outpatient substance use treatment program. This is a fast-hire opportunity for a provider who can step in quickly to support medical and psychiatric services, including Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) with Methadone. All clinical backgrounds are welcome, provided MAT experience requirements are met.
Location: Long Island, NY (on-site)
Schedule: 35 hours/week
- Monday - Friday : 9AM-5PM (Preferred)
- Monday - Wednesday: 9AM-5PM & Thursday 9AM-7PM (4 day work week)
Employment Type: Locum / Contract (Immediate Start)
Key Responsibilities
Perform medical and psychiatric evaluations in an outpatient setting
Prescribe, manage, and monitor medications, including MAT services
Provide ongoing medication management for individuals receiving substance use treatment
Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, and clinical leadership to ensure continuity of care
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and care coordination
Active and unrestricted New York State licensure
Current DEA registration and prescriptive authority
Minimum of 1 year of experience prescribing Medication-Assisted Treatment, including Methadone
Immediate start / expedited hiring process
Flexible locum engagement
Established outpatient program with clinical support
Competitive locum compensation
Potential for extension or longer-term placement




