Med Director of Connect SUD Program-blend of addiction services and primary care in WA

Welcome to Community Health of Central WA (CHCW), where we all work together to provide the people in our region access to affordable and appropriate healthcare through our services and education.  Founded by our Family Medicine Residency program (CWFM) in 1993, CHCW has grown into an integrated community health center to include full spectrum primary care, pediatric, senior and residential care, behavioral and addiction care, and dental serving the Yakima and Kittitas Counties at multiple sites.

Our Clinics and Programs

• Central Washington Family Medicine Residency
• Central Washington Family Medicine Clinic
• Yakima Pediatrics
• Naches Medical Clinic
• Community Health of Central Washington - Ellensburg
• Highland Clinic
• Ellensburg Dental Care
• Senior and Residential Care
• Senior Smiles
• Connect (Substance Use Disorder Treatment)
• Primary Care Behavioral Health

Who We Are

CHCW is committed to attract and retain a diverse staff.  We honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity.  Together, with our community, we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Our opportunities center around a philosophy of teaching, mission driven teams, PCMH level 3, updated clinical settings, and positive attitudes.  We welcome you to join our family-like environment where work is rewarding and fun!

Connect Program

CHCW’s Connect is designed to successfully treat Substance Use Disorders. Our dedicated and passionate team upholds a mission to provide a compassionate, comprehensive, holistic approach that supports patients in their journey by providing medication and behavioral health interventions.

 Practice Highlights: Position is suitable for a MD/DO or APP

• Provides complete oversight and clinical management of MAT of SUD Programs.
• Ongoing development of SUD-related programming and collaboration with community partners.
• Oversees the education of CHCW providers, residents, and interested community partners on the Connect program’s SUD treatment and related programs and supports coordination of care.
• Full time position to split between Medical Director/Connect clinics, and primary care clinics.
• Flexible scheduling to include dedicated admin time.
• Bilingual in Spanish would be a plus.
• EMR: OCHIN EPIC.

Total Rewards

• Excellent full benefit package includes M/D/V/RX/AD&D/L/HSA, retirement, voluntary benefits, FTCA malpractice coverage. $0-$25 p/m premiums for employees, company subsidized premiums to add family.
• Generous PTO, EIT, and 9 paid holidays.
• CME time and allowances.
• Student Loan Repayment Programs and PSLF.
• Relocation and sign-on bonuses.
• Visa sponsorships available.
• Base Salary: MD/DO: $200K-$210K DOE, includes Medical Director. APP: $130k-$135k DOE, includes Medical Director. Additional financial incentives apply.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree or IMG equivalent or FNP/PA-C
• Completion of an accredited US FM Residency (MD/DO)
• Recommend minimum of 2 years prior experience (including training) in the area of addiction medicine, specifically with SUD, MAT.
• Prior leadership roles are highly desirable.
• WA License or the ability to obtain a WA license.
• DEA certificate.
• BE/BC required.
• Great peer references and in good standing.
• Approved for credentialing with Medicare, Medicaid, and health plans.

• Central WA location has over 300 days of sunshine with 4 mild yet distinctive seasons.
• Area known for its wineries/vineyards, microbreweries, picturesque scenery with panoramic views of Mt. Adams and Mt. Rainier, fishing, camping, skiing, hunting, hiking, biking, water sports, boating, outdoor concerts, parks-including doggie parks, golfing, drive up espresso stands, and one of the top agricultural hubs in the nation.
• 2-3 hour drive to Seattle, Spokane, or Portland.
• Airports at Yakima and Pasco (Tri Cities).
• Lower cost of living than the WA average. Comfortable living!