Locum Tenens Physician - Addiction Medicine Needed in IL

Job Description

We are seeking an Addiction Medicine Physician for a 28-day assignment starting May 4, 2026, in Illinois. This role involves standard 8 AM to 5 PM shifts focused on a mix of clinical care, medication management, and multidisciplinary team collaboration, providing essential patient support in a crucial healthcare setting.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide clinical care and medication management for patients.
• Engage in multidisciplinary team collaboration to ensure comprehensive patient support.
• See substance abuse patients, including families that are employees of race tracks.
• Treat complex cases involving co-occurring mental health disorders.
• Conduct detoxification procedures.
• Prescribe medications for addiction treatment.

Additional Information

• Must be bilingual in Spanish.

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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