Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Porch Light Health

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assessment, diagnosis, and ongoing management of patients seeking MAT for opioid or alcohol use disorder.
• Prescribe and monitor MAT medications (e.g., oral and injectable buprenorphine and naltrexone), ensuring appropriate dosing, adherence, and monitoring for potential side effects.
• Conduct thorough medical histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations to assess patient needs and treatment progress.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, counselors, peer workers, and other healthcare providers to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Educate patients on the nature of substance use disorder and the MAT process, and provide counseling on lifestyle changes, coping mechanisms, and return-to-use prevention.
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed, and coordinating care for any comorbid conditions.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic health records (EHR) for all patient encounters, treatment plans, and medication management.
• Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations, including MAT guidelines, HIPAA, and appropriate documentation of controlled substances.
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques when necessary, ensuring patient and staff safety at all times.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement efforts to enhance patient care outcomes and clinic operations.

Qualifications

• Education: Master's or Doctoral degree in nursing (APRN), physician assistant (PA), or other related field.
• Licensing & Certification: Active, unrestricted state license as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the state of New Mexico. Active DEA registration status.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience, with at least 0.5 years in addiction medicine, specifically in MAT clinics.
• Training & Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of MAT protocols, medications, and treatment for opioid, stimulant, benzodiazepine, and alcohol use disorders. Experience with behavioral health and counseling approaches is a plus.
• Skills: Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams. Understanding of regulatory compliance and documentation requirements in MAT settings.