Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

$115,000.00 - 120,000.00 / annually plus bonus

BHG is the largest network of Joint Commission accredited outpatient opioid treatment and recovery centers operating almost 120 locations in 22 states , and counting. Please ensure you check out our open opportunities in other locations / states as we offer relocation assistance to help support your career. We are a team that is focused on patient care and quality. Behavioral Health Group (BHG) is a leading provider of opioid addiction treatment services. BHG provides medication assisted treatment and counseling services in a conventional outpatient setting. At BHG, we are committed to the belief that addiction is a brain disease, not a moral failing. We believe that with hope, respect, and caring, real recovery is possible.

Responsibilities

Obtaining and preparing patient histories and performing physical examinations

Assessing patients’ appropriateness for dosing, dose level adjustments, phase level adjustments, and changes to the patients treatment plan

Ordering or performing diagnostic procedures as delegated by the supervising physician

Assisting in the development and implementation of a treatment plan in accordance with written clinical practice guidelines and protocols set forth by the supervising physician

Monitoring the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions

Coordinating care with ancillary healthcare providers and making referrals when appropriate

Review all laboratory results, as well as, all medical documentation from other care providers

Ensure implementation of medical quality health standards for both patients and employees

Provide medical input into overall program philosophy, treatment services, and patient care

Provide consultation to clinical and administrative staff

Provide a response to emergency care providers when they require consultation for one of the program’s patients

Collaborate whenever necessary with other physicians, clinics or hospitals participating in the treatment of program patients

Attend weekly treatment team meetings, as well as outside seminars and training

Hold a basic understanding of drug / alcohol abuse and addiction. Keep updated on current drug abuse and treatment information, especially current trends in Opioid Maintenance Treatment

Ensure treatment center meets all accreditation standards related to Medical, Health, and Safety issues; and other areas as assigned

Assist nursing team as needed

Meet BHG attendance standards and be present and ready for work at the beginning of their established work schedule

Report any work-related injury or illness, or workplace hazards or security issues immediately to supervisor

Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Minimum Requirements

0-2 years of experience & must be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Must maintain current DEA license

Must provide documentation of renewal on or before licensure expiration date

High integrity

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Sound judgment

Efficient

Self-starter

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Accurate data entry skills with knowledge of basic computing

Ability to work independently and under pressure while handling multiple tasks simultaneously

Must be able to react quickly and make effective decisions

Demonstrate basic knowledge and skill in the use of typical office equipment

Demonstrate basic computer / word processing skills

Working knowledge of dosing graduates, centrifuge, and phlebotomy equipment, monitoring equipment for physical assessment, test strips, breathalyzers, and other medical equipment as needed.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate effectively by phone or in person at normal volumes.

Vision adequate to read correspondence, computer screen, forms, etc.

Prolonged standing, some bending, stooping and stretching

Variable workload, periodic high stress and activity level

Standard medical office conditions and environments

Interactions with patients who may be ill, have infectious diseases, have mental health diagnoses and / or are involved in the criminal justice system

May require use of protective equipment

Why work at BHG?

Role

We grow better together! At BHG we believe in investing in our team members and growing careers through role-based training and promotional opportunities . Join our team members and thrive in our people first culture that is rooted in diversity and inclusion and offers many other tangible opportunities such as :

Benefits : Your choice of three different benefits programs including health, life, vision, and dental insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, and 401K discretionary match

Bonuses : We offer competitive pay, annual increases, bonuses, certification / license completion

Paid Time Off : In addition to paid vacation and company holidays, BHG also provides paid time for training, voting, sick or personal time off

Work / life Balance : Many of our locations offer flexible work schedules

Additional Benefits : Employee Discount Programs to applicable cell phone services, restaurants, amusement parks, movie theaters and more

Career Pathing : We are growing and promote from within

Self-Care : We offer a self-care series as well as an Employee Assistance Program

BHG is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.