RemotePatient care is delivered virtually; applicants must reside in New Mexico.
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryAdvanced Practice Providers
About the job
Requirements
A master's or doctoral degree in nursing (APRN), physician assistant (PA), or another related field is required.
An active, unrestricted New Mexico license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant is required, along with board certification and active Drug Enforcement Administration registration.
At least one year of clinical experience is required, including at least six months in addiction medicine, specifically in medication-assisted treatment clinics.
Applicants must reside in New Mexico.
In-depth knowledge of medication-assisted treatment protocols, medications, and treatment for opioid, stimulant, benzodiazepine, and alcohol use disorders is required.
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills are required.
Applicants must be able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Applicants must understand regulatory compliance and documentation requirements in medication-assisted treatment settings.
A strong telehealth background is required.
Current active license to practice in New Mexico and Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant certification are required.
Responsibilities
Provide clinical assessment, diagnosis, and ongoing management of patients seeking medication-assisted treatment for opioid or alcohol use disorder through telehealth.
Prescribe and monitor medication-assisted treatment medications, including oral and injectable buprenorphine and naltrexone, ensuring appropriate dosing, adherence, and monitoring for potential side effects.
Conduct thorough medical histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations to assess patient needs and treatment progress.
Work with physicians, counselors, peer workers, and other healthcare providers to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Educate patients about substance use disorder and the medication-assisted treatment process, and counsel them on lifestyle changes, coping mechanisms, and return-to-use prevention.
Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and coordinate care for comorbid conditions.
Maintain accurate and timely electronic health records for patient encounters, treatment plans, and medication management.
Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including medication-assisted treatment guidelines, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, and controlled-substance documentation requirements.
Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation when necessary to ensure patient and staff safety.
Participate in continuous quality-improvement efforts to enhance patient-care outcomes and clinic operations.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in emergency room, primary care, or psychiatry is helpful.
Experience with behavioral health and counseling approaches is a plus.
Who is Porch Light Health:
Porch Light Health is a local leader in outpatient treatment of Opioid Use Disorders and other addictive disorders. We foster a family environment where patients are treated with compassion and honesty. We believe that addiction is a chronic relapsing brain disease. Our staff is passionate about helping other people. We offer Medication Assisted Treatment and behavioral health services. We believe there is life beyond addiction and strive to help our patients discover their purpose and community in a healthy environment.
Who are you:
Porch Light Health is looking for a Certified Physician Assistant, and/or Nurse Practitioner to work in the specialty of Addiction Medicine. This job is 32 hours per week located in Las Cruces, New Mexico. The medical Provider will see patients, virtually. You would be helping persons suffering from addiction or substance use disorder such as alcohol, opioids, stimulants, and benzodiazepines, etc. No prior addiction medicine experience is necessary. Emergency Room, Primary care, or psych experience is helpful. Must have an interest in helping underserved populations and be willing to learn new concepts.
Key Responsibilities:
Patient Care:Provide clinical assessment, diagnosis, and ongoing management of patients seeking MAT for opioid or alcohol use disorder through Telehealth.
Medication Management:Prescribe and monitor MAT medications (e.g., oral and injectable buprenorphine and naltrexone), ensuring appropriate dosing, adherence, and monitoring for potential side effects.
Comprehensive Assessments:Conduct thorough medical histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations to assess patient needs and treatment progress.
Collaborative Care:Work closely with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, counselors, peer workers, and other healthcare providers to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Patient Education:Educate patients on the nature of substance use disorder and the MAT process, and provide counseling on lifestyle changes, coping mechanisms, and return-to-use prevention.
Follow-Up Care:Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed, and coordinating care for any comorbid conditions.
Documentation:Maintain accurate and timely electronic health records (EHR) for all patient encounters, treatment plans, and medication management.
Compliance & Regulations:Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations, including MAT guidelines, HIPAA, and appropriate documentation of controlled substances.
Crisis Intervention:Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques when necessary, ensuring patient and staff safety at all times.
Quality Improvement:Participate in continuous quality improvement efforts to enhance patient care outcomes and clinic operations.
Qualifications:
Education:Master's or Doctoral degree in nursing (APRN), physician assistant (PA), or other related field.
Licensing & Certification:Active, unrestricted state license as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA). (Board Certification) Active DEA registration status.
Experience:Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience, with at least 0.5 years in addiction medicine, specifically in MAT clinics.
Location: Must reside in NM
Training & Knowledge:In-depth knowledge of MAT protocols, medications, and treatment for opioid, stimulant, benzodiazepine, and alcohol use disorders. Experience with behavioral health and counseling approaches is a plus.
Skills:
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams.
Understanding of regulatory compliance and documentation requirements in MAT settings
Strong Telehealth background
Job Type:Full-time, exempt salaried
Pay: $100,000 -$130,000 per year. The base salary offered will depend on various factors such as Education, Experience, Geographical Location, skills, and qualifications, as well as internal equity.