Integrated Substance Use Nurse Practitioner - Kenmore, Boston Atrius Health

UnitedHealth Group; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME Time & Allowance

PTO package

Retirement plan

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Atrius Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our Boston team in a hybrid role within the Optum family. The NP will partner with primary care and behavioral health clinicians to support recovery using evidence-based medication-assisted treatment and digital therapeutics.

The position requires MA APRN licensure, NP board certification, and DEA/MCSR credentials, with 1–3 years of SUD experience. The job emphasizes clinical leadership, collaboration, and flexible telemedicine/onsite care

Qualifications

• Current MA APRN license and Board Certified as NP.
• Active Federal DEA and MA MCSR certificates.
• Minimum 1–3 years of postgraduate experience treating patients with substance use disorders.
• Knowledge/experience with Epic EMR is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Performs physical assessments and treatment for SUD patients.
• Takes detailed history and conducts related exam for SUD.
• Orders labs and assesses severity of SUD; determines need for evaluation.
• Develops evidence-based plan of care including medication management and referrals.
• Maintains accurate documentation and communicates with care team.
• Provides supervision of Substance Use team staff as appropriate.
• Participates in on-call coverage and after-hours patient care.

Skills

APRN license

Board Certified NP

DEA license

MCSR certification

SUD treatment experience

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Full-Time Nurse Practitionerto join our team in Boston, MA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be whileCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:

Through referrals and consultation, the integrated substance use nurse practitioner partners with primary care providers and behavioral health integrated clinicians to support the patient's recovery using evidence-based medication assisted treatment options, as well as opportunities to incorporate innovative digital therapeutics. This model and the ability to adapt to the needs of patients and the organization make it a great opportunity for creativity and initiative.

• Performs appropriate physical assessments, evaluation and treatment for Reliant patients seeking treatment for substance use disorders (SUD).

• Takes a detailed history of SUD, including past medical history and interval history. Performs appropriate physical exam as it relates to SUD.

• Orders lab studies as appropriate. Assesses severity of patient's SUD and establishes need/time for patient evaluation. Discriminates between normal and abnormal findings in the history, laboratory data, and physical exam to establish a diagnosis.

• Establishes and implements appropriate evidence-based plan of care related to patient's identified problem(s) that may include SUD, anxiety, depression, insomnia. Plan may include medication management, non-pharmacologic support and referrals if appropriate.Consults with other health team members regarding proposed treatment guidelines as necessary.

• Communicates effectively with all members of the behavioral health and primary care team and their customers. Maintains and provides precise and accurate documentation.

• Contributes to program development, employee training and education, and support of BH Substance Use Services treatment initiatives, both in BH and primary care.

• Provide clinical leadership and support administrative requirements as assigned.

• Regular, reliable and predicable attendance is required. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required, as this is a hybrid position. Leveraging both telemedicine and on-site services.

• Ability to work remotely and provide secure telemedicine support to Reliant patients and employees is required.

• Provides supervision and support of Substance Use team staff as appropriate.

• Respond in a timely manner to consultation and eConsultation requests from primary care.

• Participates in on-call coverage and off-hours patient care as determined by the department.

What makes an Optum organization different?

• As the largest employer of Advanced Practice Clinicians, we have a best-in-class employee experience and enable you to practice at the top of your license

• We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients

• We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations

• We grow talent from within. No matter where you want to go- geographically or professionally- you can do it here

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

• Competitive compensation based on quality, not quantity

• Dedicated CME Time & Allowance

• Excellent PTO package

• Robust retirement package including employer funded contributions

Atrius Health is a physician-led healthcare leader. We are nationally recognized for transforming healthcare through clinical innovations, quality improvement and a commitment to value-based care. Atrius Health delivers an effective system of connected care at practice locations in eastern and central Massachusetts. We recognize the importance of a team-based delivery model, where primary & specialty care providers collaborate with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities - all working together to deliver high-quality care to every patient we serve. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Current Commonwealth of Massachusetts APRN license and Board Certified as a Nurse Practitioner

• Active Federal DEA, and Massachusetts MCSR Certificate required or in process

• Minimum of 1-3 years of postgraduate experience treating patients with substance use disorders and dual diagnosis.

• Knowledge/experience with Epic EMR not necessary but preferred.

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $110,955.00 - $199,115.00. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.