Nurse Practitioner

Is excited to work in an outpatient setting, much like a doctor’s office or behavioral health clinic.

Enjoys a consistent, full-time schedule.

Has experience working with multi-cultural and low socio-economic individuals.

Bring sensitivity to the needs of those who are chemically dependent.

Ensure all medical evaluations, medical histories, and physical examinations are complete before patients receive initial dose of medication.

Manage ongoing treatment, including signing medical orders, treatment plans, and documentation required by state and federal laws.

Maintain responsibility for patients’ case management, including chronic health problems, health conditions, and prescription medication management.

Accurately complete same-day clinical documentation using required visit templates entered into the Electronic Health Record.

Perform comprehensive physical examinations of patients and facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities as needed for continuum of care.

Collaborate with the Medical Director to ensure patients’ healthcare needs are met.

Educate patients, families, staff, and community members on medication actions, side effects, and proper health and nutrition habits.

Requirements

Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in state of employment

Unrestricted DEA license

CPR Certification Required

First Aid Certification Required

Clinical experience in substance abuse rehabilitation and Opioid treatment preferred

Experience documenting into an electronic medical record

Ability to complete a valid fingerprint clearance and tuberculosis test

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Community Medical Services (CMS) is a CARF-accredited addiction treatment program providing services in the form of outpatient medication-assisted treatment and one-on-one and group counseling to those seeking help with their opioid use disorder. Headquartered in Arizona with more than 70 treatment clinics in 14 states, CMS is dedicated to meeting the challenges presented by the growing opioid epidemic in communities where treatment is lacking.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.