Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant (24 or 32 hrs) at Everest Recovery Centers LLC

Ellsworth, Maine, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Sep, 26

Salary

72.0

Posted On

10 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Medication Prescription, Diagnostic Assessment, Patient Education, Medical Documentation, Clinical Monitoring, Crisis Intervention, Regulatory Compliance, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Patient Advocacy

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Everest Recovery Centers is run by seasoned veterans in the substance use disorder treatment field. Our mission is to improve lives and strengthen communities, one connection at a time. We help people rebuild their self-esteem and reestablish their roles as productive family members through our services, which include medication assisted treatment; diagnostic assessment, recurrence prevention and support groups, addiction education, counseling, and more. Current Opening: We are currently seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physicians Assistant for our new facility in Ellsworth, ME. Hours are 6am-7am to 12-1pm with some flexibility. Benefits: Everest Recovery provides a great benefits package which includes: Collaborative, Patient-Centered Culture Medical, Dental and Vision (for associates working 30 hours/week+) Up to Eleven paid Holidays Generous Paid Leave Company sponsored life coverage (for associates working 30 hours/week+) 401(k) Retirement plan w/ company match Employee Assistance Program Additional supplemental insurances available as well Professional Development Position Summary: The Nurse Practitioner or Physicians Assistant will be responsible for the provision of medical services to patients under the guidance of the Medical Director and the Program Director. The NP/PA monitor’s overall patient care and serves as an advocate for both patient needs and the needs of the medical department. Duties and Responsibilities include (but not limited to): Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, CARF Standards, and Everest Recovery policy and procedure Support day to day Nursing staff in dispensary, provide knowledge transfer as appropriate Provide patient and staff education Prescribe medication and ensure appropriate dose (as allowed by Law) Admit patients and ensure safe induction to a therapeutic blocking dose. Medical exams, monitoring, referrals, and reviews Ensure complete and accurate documentation in patient record Attendance at administrative team meetings Advocate for patient needs Adherence to patient confidentiality as required by Federal and State Law and Regulations. Requirements Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant in ME 1+ year experience with psychiatric/mental health/substance use treatment services. Understanding of addiction treatment Ability to work without direct supervision. Good Communication skills Ability to be adaptable/flexible in a busy environment Good decision-making skills

Responsibilities

The NP/PA provides medical services to patients under the guidance of the Medical Director, focusing on substance use disorder treatment. Responsibilities include prescribing medication, conducting medical exams, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.