Nurse Practitioner

Community Medical Services (CMS) is hiring a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate to provide clinical care for patients recovering from opioid and substance use disorders. You will work in an outpatient setting, performing physical examinations, conducting patient assessments, prescribing and managing medication-assisted treatment plans, and supporting patients throughout their recovery journey.

Clinical Setting

You will work in an outpatient environment similar to a doctor's office or behavioral health clinic. CMS operates more than 70 treatment clinics across 14 states and is CARF-accredited. The position offers a consistent, full-time schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical examinations and complete medical evaluations and histories before patients receive initial medication doses
• Prescribe and manage methadone treatment plans and other medication-assisted treatments
• Sign medical orders, treatment plans, and documentation required by state and federal laws
• Manage ongoing patient care, including chronic health problems, health conditions, and prescription medication management
• Complete same-day clinical documentation using required visit templates in the Electronic Health Record
• Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities as needed for continuity of care
• Collaborate with the Medical Director to ensure patients' healthcare needs are met
• Educate patients, families, staff, and community members on medication actions, side effects, and proper health and nutrition habits
• Maintain responsibility for patients' case management

Required Qualifications

• Active license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate in your state of employment
• Unrestricted DEA license
• CPR Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Ability to complete a valid fingerprint clearance and tuberculosis test
• Experience documenting into an electronic medical record

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical experience in substance abuse rehabilitation and opioid treatment
• Board Certification in Psychiatry
• Experience working with multicultural and low socioeconomic populations

Additional Requirements

Minnesota employees must provide proof of MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) and Varicella (Chickenpox) vaccinations prior to the start date. New hires should have a current flu vaccination or be willing to receive one. Medical or religious exemptions for the flu vaccine are permitted.

Benefits

• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick, vacation, and holiday time
• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• Tuition and CME reimbursement up to 100%
• Employee assistance program to support mental health and wellness
• Ongoing professional development