Medical Provider (APRN, FNP, PA)

Mountainside Treatment Center; Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit package

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays including Multicultural

401(k) with employer matching

Free meals on Canaan campus

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Mountainside Treatment Center in Canaan, CT is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our integrated care team. You will provide medical care across detox and residential settings, conduct exams, manage medications, and participate in treatment planning on-site.

The role requires CT APRN/PA licensure with active CT DEA, experience in substance use/detox, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Active APRN or PA license in Connecticut.
• Active DEA registration in Connecticut.
• Ability to perform physical assessment of clients.
• Certified in First Aid/CPR.
• Experience/knowledge in substance use/detoxification setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical exams and obtain medical histories at intake.
• Assess clients for appropriate level of care and medical stability during detox.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests as clinically indicated.
• Prescribe and manage medications under Medical Director guidance.
• Monitor withdrawal symptoms and acute medical concerns.
• Provide medical clearances, referrals, and hospital transfers when needed.
• Participate in daily interdisciplinary rounds and treatment planning.
• Educate clients on health conditions, plans, and preventive care.
• Maintain compliant medical records per standards and regulations.

Skills

APRN/PA license

DEA license

Clinical assessment

Detox experience

First Aid/CPR

Communication

EMR

Time management

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Medical Provider (APRN, FNP, PA)

Canaan, CT

About the Position:

Are you passionate about providing high-quality medical care in a holistic, client-centered environment? Mountainside is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our team and make a lasting impact on individuals recovering from substance use disorders. As a key member of our integrated care team, you will play a vital role in promoting health and wellness by providing compassionate, evidence-based medical services to clients across detox and residential levels of care. This is an opportunity to be part of a respected and innovative treatment center that values collaboration, integrity, and healing. If you're looking for meaningful work where your medical expertise truly changes lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Your Role:

• Conduct physical exams and obtain thorough medical histories during intake
• Assess clients for appropriate level of care and medical stability during detox
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (labs, EKGs, x-rays) as clinically indicated
• Prescribe and manage medications in both detox and residential settings, under the guidance of the Medical Director
• Monitor clients for withdrawal symptoms, acute medical concerns, and changes in condition
• Provide medical clearances, specialist referrals, and hospital transfers when necessary
• Participate in daily interdisciplinary rounds and treatment planning sessions
• Educate clients on health conditions, treatment plans, and preventive care
• Maintain detailed, compliant medical records in line with DPH, CARF, OSHA, and organizational standards
• Support staff with ongoing medical education and help develop best practices
• Serve as an on-site medical resource for urgent needs or crisis situations

Qualifications:

• Active APRN or PA license in the state of Connecticut
• Active DEA in the state of Connecticut.
• Ability to perform physical assessment of clients
• Certified in First Aid/CPR
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Computer skills (email, Electronic Medical Records & Microsoft word skills)
• Understanding and awareness of withdrawal symptoms
• Experience/knowledge in substance use/detoxification setting

Compensation:

The base salary for this position is $140,000 - $155,000 per year. Actual pay is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit package
• Paid Time Off (which increases after 1 year with Mountainside)
• Paid holidays including a Multicultural Holiday
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Free meals while working on the Canaan campus
• Monthly $75.00 wellness reimbursement. Our Wellness Reimbursement benefit is meant to encourage employees to engage in productive self-care to avoid burnout and compassion fatigue.

About Mountainside:

Mountainside Treatment Center is a dynamic, fast-paced and growing recovery facility that values innovation and an obsession with providing Best in Class service to our Clients. Founded in 1998, we are a leading behavioral healthcare provider dedicated to treating alcohol dependency and drug addiction. Accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF for its high standards of care, Mountainside seeks out passionate and talented individuals to join its staff. We believe that every employee, regardless of position, plays a vital role in our success.

Here at Mountainside Treatment Center, we strongly prefer all employees to be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 (including regularly scheduled boosters) and the Flu as recommended by the CDC.

Mountainside is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

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