Nurse Practitioner

About the role

Community Medical Services (CMS) is hiring a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to assist patients recovering from addictions to opioids and other illicit substances.

As part of our mission to help individuals recover from substance use disorders, you’ll thrive in a supportive, engaging, and fulfilling work environment where your contributions are valued.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical exams and assessments
• Prescribe and manage patient methadone treatment plans
• Ensure all medical evaluations, medical histories, and physical examinations are complete before patients receive initial dose of medication
• Manage ongoing treatment, including signing medical orders, treatment plans, and documentation required by state and federal laws
• Maintain responsibility for patients’ case management, including chronic health problems, health conditions, and prescription medication management
• Accurately complete same-day clinical documentation using required visit templates entered into the Electronic Health Record
• Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities as needed for continuum of care
• Collaborate with the Medical Director to ensure patients’ healthcare needs are met
• Educate patients, families, staff, and community members on medication actions, side effects, and proper health and nutrition habits

Requirements

• Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in state of employment
• Unrestricted DEA license
• CPR Certification Required
• First Aid Certification Required
• Clinical experience in substance abuse rehabilitation and Opioid treatment preferred
• Ability to document into an electronic medical record
• Ability to complete a valid fingerprint clearance and tuberculosis test

Qualifications

Enjoys a consistent, full-time schedule

Works well with multi-cultural and low socio-economic individuals

Skills

Bring sensitivity to the needs of those who are chemically dependent

Benefits

• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick, vacation, and holiday time
• Tuition and CME reimbursement up to 100%
• Employee assistance program to support your mental health and wellness
• Ongoing professional development

Pay

$80-$84/hr

Schedule

Mon-Fri 7am-330pm