Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

About the role

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a nationally recognized leader in addiction treatment services. We provide comprehensive treatment to more than 35,000 patients daily and aim to transform lives and communities through effective treatment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and dispense medication-assisted therapy to patients under the supervision of the doctor.
• Supervise nursing staff and dispensing operations.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate data in patient computer files.
• Coordinate patient care with the PCP (Primary Care Physician) or other prescribing physicians.
• Consult with counselors and supervisors regarding individual patient medical/medication needs at least once a month.
• Conduct health and physical examinations at intake and annually thereafter.
• Participate in case planning and consultations with the lead counselor, facility/executive director, project director, and medical director as needed.
• Provide weekend coverage as needed at the facility.

Requirements

• Must be a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant licensed in accordance with the laws in the State of employment.
• Maintain continuing education credits as required by the appropriate licensing board.
• Experience or knowledge in the field of drug abuse is recommended.
• Must be CPR, First Aid, and BLS certified.

Benefits

• 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)
• 401k with company match
• Company-sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities
• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability, and accident insurance
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)