Per Diem Nurse Practitioner for Substance Use Disorder - (Remote)

Community Options, Inc.; Lewiston (ME); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization specializing in addiction treatment is seeking a Remote Per Diem Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant in Lewiston/Portland, ME. You will work independently under the oversight of a medical director, addressing the opioid crisis through patient care and management. Ideal candidates are licensed in Maine and have experience in SUD treatment to help provide quality care and support long-term recovery.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in the state of Maine.
• At least 6 months of SUD treatment/MAT experience.
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist in admitting patients for Methadone and Buprenorphine Treatment.
• Monitor patient dosages in collaboration with the medical staff.
• Authorize and supervise dispensing of daily narcotic replacement therapy.

Skills

Patient care

Medication management

EMR documentation

Education

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant license in Maine

SUD treatment/MAT experience

Job description

Description

Remote Per Diem Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant – Lewiston/Portland, ME

HCRC (Health Care Resource Centers) is seeking a Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant who will work independently under the oversight of the medical director.

HCRC specializes in addiction treatment programs providing medically-supervised services for adults in various modalities and settings. As a leading organization addressing the opioid crisis, we offer unlimited opportunities for those looking to make a difference. We are committed to delivering a higher level of care with dignity and respect, fostering a culture of excellence.

Primary Job Functions:

• Assist in admitting patients for Methadone and Buprenorphine Treatment.
• Obtain patient history and perform physical exams.
• Document into the EMR.
• Authorize and supervise dispensing of daily narcotic replacement therapy and other medications in the absence of the Medical Director.
• Monitor patient dosages in collaboration with the Program Physician/Medical Director, Treatment Center Director, Counselors, and Dosing Nurses.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications, Education, Certifications:

• Must be licensed in the state of Maine.
• At least 6 months of SUD treatment/MAT experience.
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

What to Expect from Us:

HCRC is committed to providing the highest quality patient care in a comfortable outpatient setting, addressing the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder to support long-term recovery and improved quality of life.

HCRC is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or other protected classifications.