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Director of Addiction Medicine - Mile Square Health Center

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
May 06, 2026
Director of Addiction Medicine - Mile Square Health Center Director of Addiction Medicine - Mile Square Health Center Hiring Department: Mile Square Health Center Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1040877 Posting Close Date: 05/17/2026 Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $113,844.00 - $153,186.00. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these element About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Description: Position Summary This position will perform intake assessments, primary care, consultation, and education for a broad range of patients accessing both medical and addiction services. Responsible for diagnosing, ordering, and delivering therapeutic treatments to patients. Responsible for day-to-day operations of the addiction medicine program at MSHC and collaborating with the Chief of Integrated Behavioral Health and Addiction on program development, grant funding opportunities, research, and student/resident/fellow education. The position is 50% FTE. Duties & Responsibilities Evaluate and diagnose substance use disorders based on DSM 5 criteria and provide evidence-based treatment modalities such a medication assisted recovery with methadone or buprenorphine for opioid use disorder. Obtain patient history, medication reconciliation, and perform physical exams. Optimize physical health of patients by screening for health conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, perform preventative cancer screenings, vaccinations, contraceptive counseling, testing and treatment for infectious diseases such as HCV, HIV, TB, and sexually transmitted infections. Update policies, guidelines and procedures related to administering addiction treatment. Assist with onboarding and training new addiction treatment providers, addiction fellows, and assist with organizing addiction focused rotations for medical students and residents. Precept residents, medical students and fellows in family medicine and/or addiction medicine. Collaborate on research related to the clinic population and explore novel treatment approaches. Develop community relationships and referral systems to promote SUD treatment in vulnerable populations. Maintain compliance with partner documentation, policies, procedures, and treatment requirements such as Family Guidance Counseling Centers. Design individualized care plans in collaboration with the Mile Square Health Center behavioral health integration team. Prescribe, direct, and administer therapeutic treatments or medications for substance use disorders and concomitant medical conditions. Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, occupational therapists, social workers, nurses, care coordinators and other professionals associated with the behavioral health integration team to discuss treatment plans and progress. Prepare and submit case reports and summaries to government agencies, collaborate in writing grants to support SUD treatment within the agency. Advise and inform guardians, relatives, schools, agencies and significant others of patients' conditions and treatment when necessary. Review, evaluate and consult with other addiction/mental health providers and medical professionals regarding their treatment procedures and outcomes. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications Family Medicine MD/DO with Board Certification in Addiction Medicine At least 2 years of experience in education leadership - residency or fellowship training program At least 3 years of integrated addiction, behavioral health, and primary care experience Current Valid American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/19673?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-ceaa9560cd73734bbb9c45250e2eeda4