Nurse Practitioner

About the Job:

Roles and Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities:

•  Conduct comprehensive substance use disorder (SUD) evaluations and assessments for patients.
• Complete history and physical examinations upon admission and as clinically indicated.
• Provide ongoing medical follow-up and medication management for patients receiving SUD treatment services.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment and recovery plans.
• Prescribe and manage medications related to addiction treatment, detoxification, co-occurring psychiatric conditions, and overall patient wellness.
• Provide supportive counseling, patient education, and relapse prevention interventions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain timely, detailed, and accurate patient documentation and medical records.
• Participate in case conferences, treatment planning meetings, and interdisciplinary collaboration efforts.
• Remain current on advancements in addiction medicine, behavioral health treatment, and evidence-based practices through continuing education and professional development.

Qualifications:

• Master's or Doctorate degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Two years of experience working as a PMHNP/FNP/PA-C is preferred.
• Board Certification as PMHNP/FNP/PA-C. 
• Behavioral health or addiction treatment experience preferred. 
• Active and unrestricted APRN license in Arizona
• DEA registration and prescriptive authority in Arizona
• Strong clinical skills in the assessment and treatment of psychiatric conditions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Schedule of Monday - Friday and one weekend per month. 
• This is an in-person position. Must be within commuting distance of Tucson, AZ

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Employer paid health insurance that is effective day one of employment. 
• Retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Unlimited paid time off. 
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Athra Systems/Crosstown Mental Health is an equal opportunity employer. 

Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.