Assistant Medical Director

Location:

Vancouver, WA Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov

Type: Tribal Salary Range: $310,856 to $388,544 / Per Year Open Period: 9/3/2026 to 9/17/2026 Summary: Cowlitz Indian Tribe Behavioral Health (CITBH) Services: Working for the Cowlitz Indian Tribe (CIT) comes with a competitive compensation package designed to support work-life balance. Employees enjoy separate sick and vacation accruals, comp-time, and 15 paid holidays annually, including an additional paid cultural day. Many full-time employees benefit from premium-free medical plans, fair wages with annual increase opportunities, and a meaningful career serving the Cowlitz people. CIT fosters an engaging and collaborative work environment while offering a robust total compensation package.

The Cowlitz Indian Tribe is seeking an experienced physician leader to serve as Assistant Medical Director for NorthStar, our Opioid Treatment Program located in Vancouver, Washington. This position offers a unique opportunity to practice addiction medicine while helping lead a growing, mission-driven treatment program through a collaborative Dyad Model of Clinic Leadership. In this model, clinical and operational leadership work in partnership to ensure the delivery of exceptional patient care, regulatory excellence, workforce development, and organizational success. As Assistant Medical Director, you will serve as a key member of this leadership structure, partnering closely with the Medical Director and OneTogether Solutions leadership team to advance the clinic''s mission and long-term vision. This leadership role is ideal for a physician who enjoys influencing both patient care and program development, and who values collaboration, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. This position plays a critical role in maintaining high standards of patient care, operational excellence, and regulatory readiness while helping ensure the clinic remains responsive to the evolving needs of patients and the community. Responsibilities include supporting clinical operations, guiding quality improvement initiatives, assisting with provider oversight and development, participating in regulatory and accreditation activities, and serving as a clinical resource for staff. The Assistant Medical Director may act on behalf of the Medical Director as delegated and serves as a key contributor to strategic and operational decision-making. More info about area: https://cowlitz.org/ Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov

Duties: The role is anticipated to be allocated approximately: • 50% Leadership, Operations, Quality, and Program Oversight • 50% Direct Patient Care The Leadership Opportunity As a member of the clinic''s leadership team, the Assistant Medical Director helps support: • Clinical quality, safety, and evidence-based addiction treatment practices. • Regulatory compliance with SAMHSA, DEA, accreditation, federal, state, and organizational requirements. • Opioid Treatment Program oversight, including methadone treatment services. • Provider recruitment, mentorship, onboarding, and retention. • Patient access, engagement, retention, and treatment outcomes. • Performance improvement, risk management, and clinical quality initiatives. • Program growth and the continued development of integrated, whole-person care services. • A culture of collaboration, accountability, respect, and patient-centered care. Why Join NorthStar? NorthStar provides comprehensive, evidence-based treatment for individuals living with substance use disorders through a harm-reduction and recovery-oriented model of care. As Assistant Medical Director, you will have the opportunity to: • Make a meaningful impact on individuals, families, and communities affected by opioid use disorder. • Help shape the future direction of a growing Opioid Treatment Program. • Partner with experienced clinical, operational, and executive leaders. • Practice at the top of your license while maintaining an active patient panel. • Contribute to an organization committed to whole-person, integrated healthcare and continuous innovation. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Education • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution. • Successful completion of an accredited residency program. Licensure and Certification • Current unrestricted medical license in the state of practice. • DEA registration and authority to prescribe controlled substances. • Board certification in Addiction Medicine or Addiction Psychiatry required. • Ability to successfully credential with all Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payers. • BLS/ACLS: If required by the clinic, include the applicable certification. Experience • Five (5) years of clinical experience in addiction medicine or substance use disorder treatment. • Experience with medication-assisted treatment, including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. • Experience working within an Opioid Treatment Program preferred. • Experience working in primary or urgent care clinics. • One (1) to three (3) years of clinical leadership, medical oversight, or supervisory experience preferred. • Ability to obtain and maintain any required clinical privileges. Tribal preference in accordance with Cowlitz Indian Tribe Code and CIT Employee Policies and Procedures Handbook shall apply to all positions. All positions are required to adhere to CIT''s established safety policies regarding vaccine requirements and personal protective equipment (PPE). Work Type: Permanent, Full Announcement #: Cowlitz-2026-AMD Who May Apply? All Groups of Qualified Individuals Get Details & Apply: https://cowlitz.org/index.php/tribal-job-listings Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov