Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) / Physician Assistant (PA-C) – Addiction Medicine

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Description

New Season

New Season Treatment Centers is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), or Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our outpatient Addiction Medicine and Behavioral Health team in Portland, Oregon.

Make an Impact While Enjoying Exceptional Benefits

Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful difference in patients' lives while maintaining a healthy work-life balance? Join New Season Treatment Centers and become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team dedicated to helping individuals overcome Substance Use Disorder and achieve lasting recovery.

Benefits Effective Day One – Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability coverage
Work-Life Balance – Early morning clinic hours with afternoons available for personal time and family commitments
Generous Paid Time Off – Begin accruing up to 3 weeks of PTO starting on Day One, with PTO purchase options available
Competitive Compensation – Market-competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
401(k) Retirement Plan – Company match up to 3%
Tuition & Professional Development Support – Reimbursement available for tuition, licensure, certifications, continuing education, and professional development
Employee Referral Program – Earn up to $2,000 for successful referrals
Mission-Driven Culture – Make a direct impact on individuals seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder and Substance Use Disorder

Position Summary

This Advanced Practice Provider (APP) role provides comprehensive care for patients receiving treatment for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) through Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including buprenorphine and recovery-focused services. The ideal candidate has experience in Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Addiction Medicine, Community Health, Primary Care, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Substance Abuse Treatment, or Recovery Services, and is passionate about helping individuals achieve long-term recovery.

Required Qualifications

Current and active Oregon Nurse Practitioner (NP), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), or Physician Assistant (PA-C) license.
Current DEA registration with Schedule II-V prescribing authority.
Ability to prescribe buprenorphine in accordance with federal and state regulations.
Active Medicare and Medicaid credentialing.
Minimum two years of experience in Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder (SUD), Substance Abuse Treatment, Family Medicine, Primary Care, Internal Medicine, Community Health, or Recovery Services.
Experience conducting patient assessments, physical examinations, medication management, and treatment planning.
Experience working in outpatient clinical settings.
Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace.

Preferred Qualifications

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification.
Experience as a Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner in Addiction Medicine.
Experience with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).
Experience treating Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and co-occurring mental health disorders.
Experience in outpatient behavioral health, opioid treatment programs (OTP), recovery services, community mental health, or substance abuse treatment.
Experience with trauma-informed care and harm reduction models.

Job or State Requirements

Physician License in the Sate of OR, DEA with 2, 2N, 3, 4, & 5 Scheduling, Credentialed through Medicaid/Medicare

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