Addiction Medicine Physician or Nurse Practitioner
full-time•Morehead
About this role
Description
Spero Health is seeking an Addiction Medicine Physician or Nurse Practitioner to join our team in Morehead, KY!
This position is for an Addiction Medicine Physician or Nurse Practitioner with the ability to prescribe buprenorphine to join our team to fulfill its mission of "Saving Lives, Instilling Hope, and Restoring Relationships" to those suffering from substance use disorder. We provide local and affordable outpatient care primarily to those suffering from opioid addiction, and we operate as one of the largest Office Base Opioid Treatment (OBOT) providers in the country.
Spero Health utilizes an innovative evidenced-based integrated care model that combines both physical and behavioral healthcare services under one roof to treat the whole patient. We offer medication-assisted treatment along with counseling and case management within our facilities in order to bring the most comprehensive level of care to the patients that we serve while our community-based approach to treatment allows patients to continue working and caring for their families as they overcome addiction.
Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide initial evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing support for individuals with complex addiction and substance related health conditions.
- Complete full and appropriate documentation to support professional billing for services.
- Provide education regarding illness and prognosis to assist with clarification of patient and family goals of care and support development of a comprehensive care plan.
- Interpreting test results to diagnosis any health issues and provide feedback to patients.
- Educating and counseling patients regarding medication compliance.
- Work with an interdisciplinary team of professionals to administer the best care for those patients that need not only medical therapy but behavioral health services as well.
- Patient follow-up visits regarding patients' progress with medication and/or treatment.
- Contacts patient's PCP and/or specialist(s) when necessary.
- Evaluates lab results and provides consultation with APPs regarding abnormal results.
- Reviews and oversees progress and treatment plans, including making any adjustments.
- Maintains required licensure, certifications and CME credits.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Active and unrestricted medical license as a physician or nurse practitioner within the applicable state.
- Experience providing addiction medicine services for both medically and socially complex populations; Experience managing complex substance use disorders.
- Ability to develop relationships with network and community physicians and other providers.
- Current, active DEA licensure and prescriptive authority in state(s) where applicable.
- Ability to work on-site with diverse care teams in a variety of settings.
- Effective time management and communication skills.
- Computer literate and experience with Electronic Medical Records.
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Dental, and Health Savings Account
- Vision, Life and Disability insurance (100% Company Paid)
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement program with company match
- Wellness Programs (Fitness Reimbursement & Smoking Cessation)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounts via Tickets at Work
LOAN FORGIVENESS PROGRAMS:
- Spero Health is a STAR (Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery) approved organization. This means our clinicians will have access to help pay off federal student loans so they can focus on what they do best: patient care!
- Please see the website at https://bhw.hrsa.gov/funding/apply-loan-repayment/star-lrp
CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND GROWTH
- Opportunities for growth - we encourage our teammates to consider new growth opportunities with us
Check out our website below for more information
https://sperohealth.com/
What you'll do
- The Addiction Medicine Physician or Nurse Practitioner will provide initial evaluations, diagnoses, and ongoing support for individuals with complex addiction and substance-related health conditions. They will work with an interdisciplinary team to administer comprehensive care and maintain documentation for professional billing.
About Spero Health, INC.
Spero Health, Inc., is an integrated healthcare services organization specializing in local and affordable outpatient care for individuals suffering from substance use disorders with a mission to “Save Lives, Instill Hope, and Restore Relationships.” Spero Health utilizes an innovative evidence-based integrated care model that combines both physical and behavioral healthcare services under one roof to treat the whole patient. This integrated care model combines physician services (including medication-assisted treatment), behavioral health counseling, recovery support services, medication management and patient and family education. Its community-based approach to treatment allows patients to continue working and caring for their families as they overcome addiction.
Based in Nashville, Tenn. and privately held by Heritage Group, Health Velocity Capital, South Central, Inc. and Frist Cressey Ventures, Spero Health operates more than 80 outpatient clinics located throughout Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Virginia, Tennessee and West Virginia. Spero Health is a national leader who has helped more than 30,000 patients on their journey to stable recovery from addiction and is in-network with Medicaid and most commercial insurance plans.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Addiction Medicine Physician or Nurse Practitioner do at Spero Health, INC.?
As a Addiction Medicine Physician or Nurse Practitioner at Spero Health, INC., you will: the Addiction Medicine Physician or Nurse Practitioner will provide initial evaluations, diagnoses, and ongoing support for individuals with complex addiction and substance-related health conditions. They will work with an interdisciplinary team to administer comprehensive care and maintain documentation for professional billing..
Is the Addiction Medicine Physician or Nurse Practitioner position at Spero Health, INC. remote?
The Addiction Medicine Physician or Nurse Practitioner position at Spero Health, INC. is based in Morehead, Kentucky, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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