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Addiction Medicine Physician or Nurse Practitioner

Spero Health · Lawrenceburg, TN · 1 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide initial evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing support for individuals with complex addiction and substance related health conditions.
  • Complete full and appropriate documentation to support professional billing for services.
  • Provide education regarding illness and prognosis to assist with clarification of patient and family goals of care and support development of a comprehensive care plan.
  • Interpreting test results to diagnose any health issues and provide feedback to patients.
  • Educating and counseling patients regarding medication compliance.
  • Work with an interdisciplinary team of professionals to administer the best care for those patients that need not only medical therapy but behavioral health services as well.
  • Patient follow-up visits regarding patients' progress with medication and/or treatment.
  • Contact patient's PCP and/or specialist(s) when necessary.
  • Evaluates lab results and provides consultation with APPs regarding abnormal results.
  • Reviews and oversees progress and treatment plans, including making any adjustments.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Active and unrestricted medical license as a physician or nurse practitioner within the applicable state.
  • Experience providing addiction medicine services for both medically and socially complex populations; Experience managing complex substance use disorders.
  • Ability to develop relationships with network and community physicians and other providers.
  • Current, active DEA licensure and prescriptive authority in state(s) where applicable.
  • Ability to work on-site with diverse care teams in a variety of settings.
  • Effective time management and communication skills.
  • Computer literate and experience with Electronic Medical Records.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Health Savings Account
  • Vision, Life and Disability insurance (100% Company Paid)
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • 401(k) retirement program with company match
  • Wellness Programs (Fitness Reimbursement & Smoking Cessation)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Discounts via Tickets at Work

Career Development and Growth

  • Opportunities for growth - we encourage our teammates to consider new growth opportunities with us

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