Advanced Practice Clinician - Outpatient SUD Treatment Program

ENCOMPASS COMMUNITY SERVICES•Santa Cruz, CA

3d•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. The APC will provide medical care including withdrawal management, bridge primary care, Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT) for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), and care coordination to SUD residents. This role involves collaboration with care teams delivering Integrated Behavioral Health treatment services. The organization is the largest provider of health and human services in Santa Cruz County, with a mission to provide culturally appropriate and evidence-based safety net services and promote health equity.

Requirements

Unencumbered and unrestricted license to practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Associate (PA) within the state of California.
Unencumbered 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

Provide MAT services for AUD and OUD within scope of practice, including LAIs.
Oversee contingency management services for the treatment of stimulant use disorders.
Work 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.
Order and review labs as clinically indicated.
Prescribe and monitor medications, including ordering of UDS and confirmatory testing, when appropriate.
Recognizes care priorities and potential crises and responds appropriately.
Assist clients in improving and maintaining stability by providing advocacy support and education.
Adheres to required infection control and aseptic techniques in the delivery of care.
Meets Medi-Cal billing requirements through appropriate documentation on EHR.
Attend relevant grant learning collaboratives, coaching calls and webinars.
Adhere to and complete all grant tracking and reporting requirements.
Communicates closely with community healthcare providers to deliver integrated care and improve continuity.
Exhibits non-judgmental, empathetic and supportive approach when communicating.
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.
Support with after-hours provider on-call rotation.
Perform additional duties as assigned.