The Signature Healthcare Addiction Medicine Program is looking for an innovative, dynamic Nurse Practitioner to join our program that provides opioid use disorder treatment. We are outcomes driven and have a strong focus on the holistic well-being of the patient. We have been watching the opioid epidemic grow in Massachusetts and around the nation, and we are motivated to provide patient centered services that will make a difference. We are looking for someone who has enthusiasm, creativity and flexibility to join us.nnLocation: 360 Brockton Ave, Abington, MA 02351nnDepartment: Signature Addiction Medicine/OBATnnThis is a full-time 40 hour/ week position with 3 days supporting the OBAT Program in Abington and 1 day supporting Consultive Services at Signature Healthcare Hospital, Brockton.nnResponsibilitiesnn+ + Ensure that appropriate laboratory studies have been performed and reviewed, as needednnEnsure that a medical evaluation, including a medical history, has been performed at admissionnnCompletes physical examinations, procedures, lab specimens and records results. Presents medical forms for the program physician’s evaluation, consultation and signature.nnEnsure that evidence of current physiologic dependence, length of history of addiction, or exceptions to criteria for admission are documented in the patient’s record before the patient receives the initial prescription for Medication for Opioid Use Disorder.nnWork with clinical and other providers, such as Medical Director, Nurse Care Manager, Peer Recovery Coach and Program Director and coordinates care with the teamnnParticipate in HCS committee meetings on monthly basisnnAssists patients in referral services for other medical issues (co-occurring illnesses) and other medical needsnnContinuous quality improvement (conduct in-service and patient education)nnEnsures our treatment complies with State Regulations, HIPAA and 42 CRF Part 2 StandardsnnQualifications and RequirementsnnGraduate of an approved Nurse Practitioner programnnMaster’s Degree requirednnMust have current valid Massachusetts licensure, Massachusetts CSR and Federal DEAnnWaivered to prescribe buprenorphine (Suboxone)nn10-year experience as an NP in a treatment setting that prescribes medication for opioid use disorder preferrednnExperience in an acute care psychiatric system preferred