Pelago · 22 hours ago
SUD Psychiatrist (Part-Time, Remote)
United States
Part-time
Remote
Senior Level
$175/hr - $215/hrPelago is the world’s leading virtual clinic for Substance Use Management, providing personalized solutions for individuals seeking to overcome substance use disorders. They are looking for a board-certified psychiatrist to deliver evidence-based psychiatric treatment via telehealth, focusing on comprehensive care for members with Substance Use Disorder.
Health CareMedicalmHealthRehabilitationWellness
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Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive psychiatric care to Pelago members via virtual visits, including thorough assessments, diagnosis, and medication management for SUD and co-occurring conditions
Prescribe and monitor Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), including naltrexone, Suboxone, and other evidence-based pharmacotherapies, in close collaboration with our member operations team
Address concurrent mental health issues, such as mild to moderate anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, and other conditions frequently found with SUD
Collaborate with counselors, coaches, and member operations to deliver optimized, coordinated care that enhances the member experience and supports recovery
Contribute to clinical excellence through participation in case reviews, journal clubs, grand rounds, and peer reviews to maintain high-quality, evidence-based care
Develop personalized treatment plans and offer referrals based on clinical assessments and individual member needs
Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation, supporting quality assurance and compliance efforts to ensure the best patient outcomes
Educate patients in a way that is tailored to their unique needs, abilities, and recovery goals
Collaborate on cross-functional projects with counselor, growth, and product teams to improve care delivery and member outcomes
Help refine and implement clinical protocols, treatment standards, and policies to enhance overall care quality
Qualification
Required
Board-certified Psychiatrist (MD or DO) with significant expertise in treating Substance Use Disorder
Active licensure in at least one U.S. state; multi-state licensure strongly preferred. Must be willing to obtain additional state licensure as needed (Pelago will sponsor this)
DEA registration (or in process) and current state-controlled substance license (or in process)
Experience in telemedicine, with advanced comfort level using digital platforms and electronic health records (EHRs)
A passion for patient-centered care, innovation in addiction medicine, and continuous quality improvement
Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and organizations
Preferred
Board certification in addiction medicine or psychiatry; other acceptable specialties include internal medicine, family medicine, neurology, or emergency medicine
IMLC (Interstate Medical Licensure Compact) participation
Previous experience in digital health or telemedicine environments
Company
Pelago
Pelago is a virtual clinic that offers virtual substance use care for adults and teens.
Founded in 2017
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$151.6MKey Investors
AtomicoOctopus Ventures
2024-03-28Series C· $58M
2022-07-01Series B· $15M
2021-07-19Series B· $64M
Leadership Team
Yusuf Sherwani
Co-Founder & CEO
Maroof Ahmed
COO and Co-founder
Recent News
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