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Role Description

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) Medical Coordinator responsible for the overall coordination of MOUD services. This includes ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, local health authority, federal and state regulations, and ACA and NCCHC standards and guidelines. This position will oversee all medical aspects of the MOUD program.

• MOUD Program Design and recommending updates as necessary that adhere to and in compliance with contractual requirements, accrediting body, and local, state, and federal regulations.
• Monitor Contract Compliance (Medical Provider and Pharmacy)
• Medicaid 1115 Waiver
• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate auditing policies, procedures, and standards for addiction medicine services by site and regional levels.
• Provide Staff Training and Guidance
• Discharge Planning for individuals on MOUD
• Establish linkage of services for all medications
• Monitor and Support Electronic Medical Record Workflow
• Maintain and report statistics related to MOUD services per site and statewide roll ups.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for the DOC client.
• Observe and audit services on site as needed to ensure proper implementation of policies and procedures.
• Ensure current evidenced-based clinical practice is consistent with the standards.
• Triage and problem-solve medical concerns with the medical vendor.
• Monitor and intervene on all medication diversion, including attempted diversion.
• Ensures the process and procedures of all levels of approved FDA-approved medications for the treatment of opioid use disorder and complements the standards of practice.
• Stay updated on all laws and regulations.
• Participate in site inspections/surveys and ensure the programs are within compliance and are audit ready.
• Participate in meetings and presentations.
• Perform administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires RN at minimum, BSN preferred.
• Require experience with MAT/MOUD preferred.
• Requires 3 years of experience with multi-facility operations in either medical, mental health, or substance use treatment units.
• Requires 3 years of experience working with individuals with addictions and substance use disorder.
• Requires 3 years of experience with contract compliance.
• Requires 3 years of experience working in corrections preferred.
• Requires excellent presentation skills, verbal and written communication skills, program and policy development, and strategic planning.

Requirements

• Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited.
• Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
• Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.

Benefits

• Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Retirement plan and deferred compensation.
• State holidays and other benefit time off.
• Pre-tax benefit programs.
• Extensive training and career advancement opportunities.