Psychiatrist Nurse Practitioner - Part-Time

Job Type Part-time Description Shift:

Fridays 6AM-1PM and some Mondays 6AM-1PM fully remote, but must reside in and be licensed in Arizona Community Medical Services (CMS) is hiring immediately a part-time Nurse Practitioner to assist patients with their psychiatry needs while recovering from addictions to opioids and other illicit substances. Whether performing assessments or prescribing and managing patient psychiatry treatment plans, your work will help foster a safe place for anyone beginning their recovery journey with us. Currently our position requires 10 hours per week, but could increase to 20 hours in the near future. As part of our mission to help individuals recover from substance use disorders, you'll thrive in a supportive, engaging, and fulfilling work environment where your contributions are valued. We're looking for someone who: Is excited to work in an outpatient setting, much like a doctor's office or behavioral health clinic. Enjoys a consistent, part-time schedule. Has experience working with multi-cultural and low socio-economic individuals. To thrive in this role, you must be able to: Bring sensitivity to the needs of those who are chemically dependent. Manage ongoing treatment, including signing medical orders, treatment plans, and documentation required by state and federal laws. Maintain responsibility for patients' case management for psychiatry, including chronic health problems, health conditions, and prescription medication management. Accurately complete same-day clinical documentation using required visit templates entered into the Electronic Health Record. Perform comprehensive assessments of patients and facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities as needed for continuum of care. Collaborate with the Psychiatric Medical Director to ensure patients' healthcare needs are met. Educate patients on medication actions, side effects, and proper health and nutrition habits. Requirements Licensed as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in state of employment Unrestricted DEA license CPR Certification Required First Aid Certification Required Clinical experience in substance abuse rehabilitation and Opioid treatment preferred Experience documenting into an electronic medical record Ability to complete a valid fingerprint clearance and tuberculosis test #DRPANP About Community Medical Services Community Medical Services (CMS) is a CARF-accredited addiction treatment program providing services in the form of outpatient medication-assisted treatment and one-on-one and group counseling to those seeking help with their opioid use disorder. Headquartered in Arizona with more than 70 treatment clinics in 14 states, CMS is dedicated to meeting the challenges presented by the growing opioid epidemic in communities where treatment is lacking. Our Commitment We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Other Conditions Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.