Nurse Practitioner

Job Opportunity At AACIf you are searching for a fulfilling place to develop your career and an opportunity to make a difference in helping others, then keep reading on. Here at AAC, we have a progressive culture; we listen to your ideas, value a work/life balance, invest in education, and we foster trust and respect for all individuals. Our exceptional comp and strong benefits include company matching 401K, medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Be a part of a team whose mission is to provide quality, compassionate, and innovative care to adults struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our purpose and passion are to empower patients, their families, and our communities by helping individuals achieve recovery and optimal wellness of the mind, body, and spirit.Job SummaryAs a member of a multidisciplinary medical team, the Nurse Practitioner will work collaboratively to deliver high quality, direct clinical care.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Performs evaluations, H&Ps, detox management, and MAT as per SOP H&Ps within 24 hours of admission/provider/month (Medical)Psych Evals within 48 hours of admission/provider/month (Psychiatry)Orders labs and other clinically appropriate testing and prescribes medications and treatmentsParticipates in the development and implementation of treatment plansConsult with other physicians/clinicians about each patient's specific need and refers to specialists as necessaryDocuments all patient encounters and diagnostic test results accurately and timely in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)Participates as an active member of the clinical teamAttends monthly medical staff meetings with pertinent clinical staff and UROther duties as assigned including but not limited to participate on clinical/medical committees, providing education and quality review.Establishes positive, professional relationships with local medical community and within the AAC organizationEducation/ExperienceCurrent, unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner (FNP or AGNP and PMHNP preferred).Current, unrestricted DEA CertificationCurrent BLS Certification required (ACLS preferred)Comply with all applicable laws to physicians including HIPAA and title 42 CFRExcellent communication (written and verbal), bedside manner and time management skillsDemonstrate effective teamworkAbility to interact effectively and professionally with persons from diverse socioeconomic, education, racial, ethnic and professional backgroundsComputer literate with the ability to appropriately utilize EMR systemOrganize and prioritize workload to provide high quality care and meet deadlinesMeet and maintain facility credentialing and privileging requirementsConsistently demonstrate positive customer service attitudeMaintain the highest ethical and moral standards among all employees, contractors, patients and members of the general publicIf more than one facility, travel between facilitiesWilling to work evening hours and weekends if necessaryUpholds the policies and procedures of American Addiction CentersPhysical RequirementsAAC is committed to principles of equal opportunities for all employees. The Company will provide reasonable accommodations that are necessary to comply with State and Federal disability discrimination lawsProlonged sitting at a deskMust be able to lift 15 pounds at a timeAmerican Addiction Centers is an equal opportunity employer. American Addiction Centers prohibits employment practices that discriminate against individuals or groups of employees on the basis of age, color disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other category deemed protected by state and/or federal law.