Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Compass Health Systems, PA; Ludlow (MA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Telehealth services

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Compass Health Systems, PA in Ludlow, Massachusetts is seeking a compassionate Dual-Certified PMHNP/FNP or experienced Physician Assistant. This role involves working with a multidisciplinary team to support patients recovering from substance use and mental health disorders.

The position offers flexible scheduling with hybrid options, allowing for both in-person and telehealth services, and is essential for patients across various levels of addiction treatment.

Ideal candidates will have strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and experience in addiction and psychiatric care.

Qualifications

• Experience in addiction medicine, behavioral health, or psychiatric care preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric and/or medical evaluations and follow-up assessments.
• Diagnose and treat substance use disorders and co-occurring psychiatric conditions.
• Manage medications, including MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment) when appropriate.
• Complete admissions, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Addiction medicine

Behavioral health

Psychiatric care

Excellent communication

Clinical judgment

Education

Active Massachusetts NP license

Dual certification as PMHNP and FNP

Active Massachusetts PA license

Job description

Dual PMHNP/FNP or Experienced PA Opportunity – Addiction Medicine

Make a Meaningful Impact in Recovery Care

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Dual-Certified PMHNP/FNP or experienced Physician Assistant (PA) to join our multidisciplinary treatment team serving individuals recovering from substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.

This position supports patients across a full continuum of care, including Medical Detoxification, Residential Treatment, Partial Hospitalization (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP) in Ludlow, MA.

We offer flexible scheduling with opportunities for both in-person and telehealth services, and welcome candidates interested in either part-time or full-time employment.

Position Highlights

• Flexible part-time or full-time opportunities
• Hybrid schedule with a combination of: On-site patient care, Virtual/telehealth services
• Work across multiple levels of addiction treatment
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
• Competitive compensation
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in patients' recovery journeys.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric and/or medical evaluations and follow-up assessments
• Diagnose and treat substance use disorders and co-occurring psychiatric conditions
• Manage medications, including MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment) when appropriate
• Complete admissions, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge documentation
• Collaborate with therapists, nursing staff, case managers, and clinical leadership
• Participate in treatment team meetings and provide clinical guidance
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards

Qualifications

PMHNP/FNP Candidates

• Active Massachusetts NP license
• Dual certification as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• DEA registration
• Experience in addiction medicine, behavioral health, or psychiatric care preferred
• Active Massachusetts PA license
• DEA registration
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience preferred
• Experience in addiction medicine, psychiatry, emergency medicine, primary care, or behavioral health strongly preferred

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about helping individuals recover from substance use disorders
• Comfortable working with patients in detoxification and behavioral health settings
• Strong clinical judgment and collaborative approach to care
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Experience with MAT and co-occurring disorders is a plus