NP or PA - Addiction Medicine

Acadia Healthcare; Andersonville (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Muncie Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) in Muncie, IN, part of Acadia Healthcare, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for outpatient MAT/OTP care. You will conduct evaluations, develop treatment plans, and prescribe meds within state rules, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The APP/NP/PA will work under supervision to optimize patient outcomes and ensure high standards of care in behavioral health treatment settings.

Qualifications

• Experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings preferred.
• Familiarity with MAT (methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone).
• Knowledge of state regulatory standards (e.g., HIPAA, Joint Commission).
• No history of alcohol or drug misuse for three years.

Responsibilities

• Makes comprehensive physical assessments.
• Performs physical examinations for medication maintenance.
• Ensures adherence to physician orders and coordinates with supervising physician.
• Evaluates care plans based on outcomes and tests, and educates patients and staff.
• Ensures compliance with regulations and clinic policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

MAT familiarity

Addiction recovery experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

NP or PA degree

Indiana licensure

Job description

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

Join our team at Muncie Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, where you’ll provide advanced nursing care that transforms lives and fosters recovery. In this role, you’ll conduct comprehensive evaluations, develop personalized treatment plans, and prescribe medications as permitted by state regulations, all while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Guided by our Medical Director and Nurse Supervisor, you’ll play a vital role in optimizing patient outcomes and ensuring the highest standards of care. If you’re passionate about making a difference in behavioral health and substance use treatment, we invite you to bring your expertise and compassion to CTC.

Our Team:

Muncie Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Muncie, IN ,is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling, therapy, medication, and guidance to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

• Age Group/Range: Adults
• Practice Setting/Type: Outpatient OTP

Part TimeSchedule: 24 hours per week

• 2 - 3 Weekdays: 6am to 12.30pm
• Saturday morning: 6am - 11am - 1-2 Saturdays per month - rotation

Role Overview:

The Advanced Practice Provider is responsible for delivering high-quality medical services to patients within the scope of licensure. This includes conducting physical examinations, managing medical aspects of care across all clinic service levels, and providing education, referrals, and follow-up care. The APP/NP/PA may prescribe medication as permitted by state regulations. Will also work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery and ensure continuity of care.

Responsibilities

Role Responsibilities:

• Makes a comprehensive physical assessment of patients consistent with training and education;
• Performs physical examinations on patients admitted for medication maintenance;
• Ensures physician medication orders are being followed. Refers patients to appropriate physicians and consults with the supervising physician;
• Evaluates patient care, adjusting the plan of care based on outcomes, diagnostic test results, and patient feedback;
• Provides patient and staff education on medication maintenance;
• Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, CARF Standards, and clinic policy and procedure;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities, is preferred.
• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
• Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards).
• No history of alcohol or drug misuse for a period of three years before employment

Licenses/Certifications:

• Board Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
• Licensed to practice in the state of Indiana
• Active DEA license

Our Comprehensive Treatment Network

~3,000+ Employees 170+ Locations 74,000+ Patients 33 States 1 Network

Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers (CTC) division operates 170+ CARF-accredited outpatient opioid treatment programs (OTPs) nationwide, serving patients undergoing treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD). As the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in the nation, we care for more than 74,000 patients daily. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive care, combining therapies with safe and effective medications. Our team stands at the forefront of the battle against the opioid epidemic.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal, and local laws.