Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant (PT or FT)
About The Position
Everest Recovery Centers is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant to provide medical services to patients under the guidance of the Medical Director and Program Director. The role monitors overall patient care and advocates for patient needs and the needs of the medical department. The position is based at either the Ellsworth, Maine or Manchester, Maine (Augusta) facility, with some telehealth provided at other locations. The approximate hours are 6:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with some flexibility in hours and location. Everest Recovery Centers provides substance use disorder treatment services, including medication-assisted treatment, diagnostic assessment, recurrence prevention and support groups, addiction education, and counseling.
Requirements
- Be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant in Maine.
- Have at least 1 year of experience with psychiatric, mental health, or substance use treatment services.
- Understand addiction treatment.
- Be able to work without direct supervision.
- Have good communication skills.
- Be adaptable and flexible in a busy environment.
- Have good decision-making skills.
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, CARF Standards, and Everest Recovery policies and procedures.
- Support day-to-day nursing staff in the dispensary and provide knowledge transfer as appropriate.
- Provide patient and staff education.
- Prescribe medication and ensure appropriate dosage, as permitted by law.
- Admit patients and ensure safe induction to a therapeutic blocking dose.
- Conduct medical exams, monitoring, referrals, and reviews.
- Ensure complete and accurate documentation in patient records.
- Attend administrative team meetings.
- Advocate for patient needs.
- Adhere to patient confidentiality requirements under federal and state law and regulations.
Benefits
- Collaborative, patient-centered culture.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for associates working 30 hours per week or more.
- Up to eleven paid holidays.
- Generous paid leave.
- Company-sponsored life coverage for associates working 30 hours per week or more.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Additional supplemental insurance options.
- Professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
