Spero Health is seeking a Part-Time Addiction Medicine Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive outpatient care for individuals with substance use disorders, primarily opioid addiction. The role involves evaluating, diagnosing, and managing patients, including prescribing buprenorphine, within an integrated care model that combines medical and behavioral health services.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing support for patients with complex addiction and substance-related health conditions.
• Complete documentation to support billing for services rendered.
• Educate patients and families about illness, prognosis, and treatment goals.
• Interpret test results, diagnose health issues, and provide feedback to patients.
• Counsel patients on medication compliance and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver medical and behavioral health care.
• Conduct follow-up visits to monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Communicate with patients' primary care providers and specialists when necessary.

Compensation

• Salary-based compensation model.
• W-2 tax status.
• No mention of loan assistance.

Benefits

• No health insurance coverage offered.
• No employer retirement contributions.

Shift & Schedule

• Part-time schedule.

Requirements

• Active and unrestricted nurse practitioner license in the applicable state.
• Experience providing addiction medicine services to complex populations.
• Ability to develop relationships with community and network providers.
• Current DEA licensure and prescriptive authority in the state(s) of practice.
• Ability to work on-site with diverse care teams in various settings.
• Effective time management and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records systems.
• Ability to manage complex substance use disorders and provide comprehensive care.
• Commitment to maintaining licensure, certifications, and CME credits.