Addiction Medicine Physician

Spero Health, INC.•Elkhart, IN

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Spero Health is seeking an Addiction Medicine Physician or Nurse Practitioner who can prescribe buprenorphine to support its mission of “Saving Lives, Instilling Hope, and Restoring Relationships” for people affected by substance use disorder. The organization provides local, affordable outpatient care, primarily for opioid addiction, and is one of the largest Office Based Opioid Treatment (OBOT) providers in the country. Spero Health uses an evidence-based integrated care model that combines physical and behavioral healthcare. Its facilities offer 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 clinician evaluates and treats patients with complex addiction and substance-related health conditions, provides ongoing support and education, and works with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate medical and behavioral health services. The role also includes documentation, follow-up, review of test and lab results, treatment-plan oversight, and maintaining required professional credentials.

Requirements

Active and unrestricted physician or 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.
Ability to prescribe buprenorphine.

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 their illness and prognosis to clarify patient and family care goals and support development of a comprehensive care plan.
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 follow-up visits regarding patients’ 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, including making adjustments.
Maintain required licensure, certifications, and CME credits.