Addiction Medicine Nurse Practitioner (1099)
About The Position
Spero Health is seeking an Addiction Medicine Nurse Practitioner with the ability to prescribe buprenorphine. The role supports the organization’s mission of “Saving Lives, Instilling Hope, and Restoring Relationships” for people suffering from substance use disorder. Spero Health provides local, affordable outpatient care, primarily for people experiencing opioid addiction, and operates as one of the country’s largest Office Based Opioid Treatment (OBOT) providers. Spero Health uses an evidence-based integrated care model that brings physical and behavioral healthcare together. Its facilities provide medication-assisted treatment, counseling, and case management, with a community-based approach intended to help patients continue working and caring for their families while overcoming addiction. The nurse practitioner evaluates and treats patients with addiction and substance-related health conditions, coordinates with interdisciplinary care teams and other providers, and supports ongoing treatment and follow-up. The position is part-time and listed as 1099. It requires on-site work with diverse care teams in a variety of settings.
Requirements
- Active and unrestricted nurse practitioner medical license in the applicable state.
- Experience providing addiction medicine services to 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 applicable state(s).
- Ability to work on-site with diverse care teams in a variety of settings.
- Effective time-management and communication skills.
- Computer literacy and experience with Electronic Medical Records.
Responsibilities
- Provide initial evaluations, diagnoses, treatment, and ongoing support for individuals with complex addiction and substance-related health conditions.
- Complete appropriate documentation to support professional billing for services.
- Educate patients about illness and prognosis to clarify patient and family goals of care and support development of comprehensive care plans.
- Interpret test results to diagnose health issues and provide feedback to patients.
- Educate and counsel patients regarding medication compliance.
- Work with an interdisciplinary team to provide medical therapy and behavioral health services.
- Conduct patient follow-up visits regarding progress with medication and treatment.
- Contact patients’ primary care physicians and/or specialists when necessary.
- Evaluate lab results and consult with APPs regarding abnormal results.
- Review and oversee progress and treatment plans, making adjustments as needed.
- Maintain required licensure, certifications, and CME credits.
Benefits
- Opportunities for growth; teammates are encouraged to consider new growth opportunities with the organization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
