Nurse Practitioner, Outpatient Addiction Behavioral Health Treatment

Adult-NP

A group practice that provides outpatient opioid, and alcohol addiction treatment services is currently seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner to work in an Outpatient clinic. This is a 20 - 40 hour per week position. Applicants should possess expertise in consultation with individuals who need emotional, psychological, and behavioral support. Program clinicians will work collaboratively with the nurse to provide comprehensive approaches to patients' needs. The group currently operates five well-established practices in Massachusetts and is developing the capability to expand rapidly to meet the needs of patients suffering from opioid and alcohol addiction. The groups care model includes medical care, counseling, comprehensive toxicology testing, case management and medical management of psychiatric medications. The Nurse Practitioner works under the supervision of the Medical Director and is a member of a multi-disciplinary team tasked with providing office-based Buprenorphine services to mentally ill, often homeless, and chemically affected adults experiencing opioid dependence, who have significant barriers to accessing treatment resources. The ARNP is responsible for providing Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) medical services; Buprenorphine inductions and prescriptions; evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment; crisis stabilization; referral to rehabilitation services; and coordination with community providers, as necessary. Experience in the field of addiction medicine is preferred but not required. We welcome applications from Nurse Practitioners licensed in Massachusetts who are waivered to prescribe Buprenorphine. Salary is commensurate with experience. Professional growth opportunities possible. Our practice approach is to provide compassionate care within a harm reduction model. We are looking for Nurse Practitioners who are committed to helping people and treating patients with dignity, respect and kindness. Opportunities available in Brookline, Framingham, Lynn, Lowell, Quincy and/or Watertown.