Advanced Practice Clinician - Outpatient SUD Treatment Program

ENCOMPASS COMMUNITY SERVICES•Santa Cruz, CA

1d•$75 - $80•Hybrid

About The Position

Encompass Community Services is seeking an Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) (FNP or PA) for their Outpatient SUD Treatment Program in Santa Cruz, CA. This role offers flexible hours, Monday-Friday, between business hours, with a total of 20 hours per week. The position involves providing medical care, including Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT) for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), collaboration with case management for stimulant use disorders, bridge primary care for MAT clients, care coordination for SUD residents, and withdrawal management. An additional stipend is available for participation in the on-call rotation, which includes weekends and holidays. Services are delivered both in-person and via telehealth.

Requirements

Active and unrestricted license to practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Associate (PA) within the state of California.
Active and unrestricted DEA licensure within the state of California.
At least 2 years’ experience as an APC.
Experience and comfort treating substance use disorders and prescribing MAT.
Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
Must have a health examination including a screening for tuberculosis within 90 days prior to employment or within 7 days after employment and at least annually thereafter.
Must be able to pass a criminal record clearance.
Proficient computer skills.
Ability to successfully navigate platforms such as Outlook, Excel, Teams, and EHRs.
Ability to recognize the needs and concerns of diverse groups of people.
Demonstrate strong skills around attention to detail, prioritization and triage.
Demonstrate ability to take initiative and work independently at the top of medical license.
Self-motivated and proactive in identifying and addressing challenges and in engaging with clients.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish
Experience providing withdrawal management services

Responsibilities

Provides MAT services for AUD and OUD within scope of practice, including LAIs.
Oversees contingency management services (CM) for the treatment of stimulant use disorders.
Works cohesively with MAT OP team—RN, peers, program assistants, etc., for the collective goal of client’s recovery.
Care coordination with other SUD programs, local hospitals, probation/parole, etc.
Orders and reviews labs as clinically indicated, including ordering of UDS and confirmatory testing.
Prescribes and monitors medications for MAT services as well as bridging prescriptions for primary care needs as appropriate.
Recognizes care priorities and potential crises and responds appropriately.
Assists clients in improving and maintaining stability by providing advocacy support and education.
Meets Medi-Cal billing requirements through appropriate documentation in EMR.
Attends relevant grant learning collaboratives, coaching calls and webinars.
Adheres to and completes all grant tracking and reporting requirements.
Collaborates with community healthcare providers to deliver integrated care and improve continuity.
Exhibits non-judgmental, empathetic and supportive approach when communicating.
Acts as clinical lead for the MAT team which includes at least one RN/LVN.
Supports with after-hours provider on-call rotation.
Consistently uses clear, concise, and effective written and oral communication; complies with departmental policies when sharing/documenting relevant care data; promotes strict confidentiality and right to privacy.
Adheres to required infection control and aseptic techniques in the delivery of care.
Performs additional duties as assigned.