*This is a part-time only position. 28 Hours a week are required. Must be able to complete, at minimum, 3 days a week and 1 half day. *This may be remote depending on experience. *This is a contract position.
Medication Assisted Treatment Clinic is recruiting a licensed Nurse Practitioner in Maryland who possesses a deep understanding of our agency's mission and culture.
Key Qualifications:
Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in Maryland.
Active DEA registration certificate without restrictions.
Current CPR certification.
Solid understanding of medication-assisted treatment, and adherence to applicable state, federal, and CARF standards.
Familiarity with health care issues related to drug and alcohol abuse.
Knowledge of advanced nursing practice issues and standards, record-keeping requirements, and regulations for licensing, approval, and credentialing.
Understanding of physical and mental health issues of the subculture we serve.
Ability to assess and develop educational programs for clients and staff.
Experience in behavioral health or substance abuse treatment is highly preferred.
No history of alcohol or drug misuse for a period of three years before employment.
Board certification or eligibility for board certification.
Additional specific DEA credentials may be required as per state and clinic regulations or policies.
Familiarity with CARF statutes and guidelines.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Responsibilities:
Diagnosing and treating substance use disorders in individuals with co-occurring psychiatric disorders.
Managing withdrawal in patients with alcohol, sedative, and opioid use disorders.
Providing Medication-Assisted Treatment when needed, using evidence-based medicines such as Vivitrol (injectable naltrexone), buprenorphine, and Subclade (injectable buprenorphine).
Contributing psychiatric medical expertise in assessing and treating mental disorders.
Educating patients, customers, peers, and other staff on substance use and mental health issues.
Meeting organizational staffing and productivity requirements.
Actively participating in the development of a nurse practitioner services team and promoting the involvement of psychiatric services in multidisciplinary care delivery.
Planning and organizing medical and clinical practices and providing direct patient care.
Overseeing the delivery of medical services within the clinic for quality and efficiency.
Supervising dispensing and nursing station.
Providing guidance to other professional medical staff, administrative staff, and support staff, as designated.
Serving in a teaching role for the training and development of other personnel.
Engaging in direct interaction and weekly meetings with the nursing and medical team is required.
Employment will be contingent upon a clear UDS and criminal history record.
Flexible work from home options available.