NP or PA - Addiction Medicine

Acadia Healthcare•Muncie, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant provides advanced nursing care to adults receiving outpatient medication-assisted treatment for opioid addiction at Muncie Comprehensive Treatment Center in Muncie, Indiana. The practitioner works under the supervision of the Medical Director and may also be directed by the Nurse Supervisor, in accordance with state licensure guidelines. The role includes evaluating and monitoring patients as part of a healthcare team and prescribing medication as allowed by state regulations. The clinic serves adults age 18 and older of all genders and uses medication and counseling to support recovery. The position is part-time, 24 hours per week, with weekday hours from 6:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and Saturday hours from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on a rotating basis, one to two Saturdays per month. Compensation is $70–$80 per hour.

Requirements

Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
Familiarity with state regulatory standards, including 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
No history of alcohol or drug misuse for a period of three years before employment.
Licensed to practice in the state where the practitioner will be working.
DEA license.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience as a practicing nurse practitioner.
Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.
Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.

Responsibilities

Provide initial and annual history and physical evaluations, assess treatment eligibility, and evaluate patients’ histories of opioid dependence.
Order appropriate laboratory studies, review results, and provide necessary education, referrals, or follow-up services.
Monitor treatment plans for high-risk patients.
Prescribe medication for substance use treatment according to patient needs and as allowed by state regulation.
Consult and collaborate with the Medical Director to plan and implement care according to Nurse Practitioner Guidelines.
Report and document significant patient issues and adverse events.
Communicate pertinent information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
Collaborate with the Nurse Supervisor to optimize quality and efficiency.
Ensure the program and employees’ transactions and activities comply with applicable laws and clinic compliance policies and standards of conduct.
Perform other duties as assigned.