Family Practice / Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Advanced Practice Provider Job Locations US-IA-Council Bluffs ID 7 # of Openings 1 Category NP / PA Recruiter : Debbie Hughes Provider Specialty Advanced Practice Provider Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

Join our team at Council Bluffs Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, where you'll provide advanced nursing care that transforms lives and fosters recovery. In this role, you'll conduct comprehensive evaluations, develop personalized treatment plans, and prescribe medications as permitted by state regulations, all while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Guided by our Medical Director and Nurse Supervisor, you'll play a vital role in optimizing patient outcomes and ensuring the highest standards of care. If you're passionate about making a difference in behavioral health and substance use treatment, we invite you to bring your expertise and compassion to CTC.

Our Team :

Council Bluffs Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Council Bluffs, IA is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling, therapy, medication, and guidance to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

Age Group / Range : Adults

Practice Setting / Type : Outpatient OTP

Part-Time Schedule : Two days a week, 5 hours each day, flexible on days

Role Overview :

The Advanced Practice Provider is responsible for delivering high-quality medical services to patients within the scope of licensure. This includes conducting physical examinations, managing medical aspects of care across all clinic service levels, and providing education, referrals, and follow-up care. The APP / NP / PA may prescribe medication as permitted by state regulations. Will also work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery and ensure continuity of care.

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Responsibilities

• Makes a comprehensive physical assessment of patients consistent with training and education;
• Performs physical examinations on patients admitted for medication maintenance;
• Ensures physician medication orders are being followed. Refers patients to appropriate physicians and consults with the supervising physician;
• Evaluates patient care, adjusting the plan of care based on outcomes, diagnostic test results, and patient feedback;
• Provides patient and staff education on medication maintenance;
• Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, CARF Standards, and clinic policy and procedure;

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards).

No history of alcohol or drug misuse for a period of three years before employment

Licenses / Certifications :

Board Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

Licensed to practice in the state of Iowa

Active DEA license

Our Comprehensive Treatment Network

3,000+ Employees 170+ Locations 74,000+ Patients 33 States 1 Network

Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers (CTC) division operates 170+ CARF-accredited outpatient opioid treatment programs (OTPs) nationwide, serving patients undergoing treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD). As the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in the nation, we care for more than 74,000 patients daily. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive care, combining therapies with safe and effective medications. Our team stands at the forefront of the battle against the opioid epidemic.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal, and local laws.

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