Addiction Medicine Nurse Practitioner
Acadia Healthcare
Springfield, MA, 01101, USA
Springfield, MA, 01101, USA
- $55 - $65 p/hour
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Addiction Medicine Nurse Practitioner
- Medication-Assisted Treatment
- Opioid Treatment Program
Full-time Nurse Practitioner role in an outpatient Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Opioid Treatment Program in Springfield, MA, providing evaluations, treatment planning, prescribing (per state law), and monitoring for adults with opioid use disorder. Works onsite Monday–Friday as part of a multidisciplinary team under a Medical Director and Nurse Supervisor, ensuring regulatory compliance and coordination of care. Requires board certification, MA licensure, DEA registration, and familiarity with MAT, behavioral health settings, and relevant privacy/regulatory standards.
Nurse Practitioner - Addiction Medicine
Job Locations US-MA-Springfield
ID 4
# of Openings 1
Category NP/PA
Recruiter : Eva Fassauer
Overview
Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)
Location: Springfield Comprehensive Treatment Program, 511 E Columbus Ave, Springfield, MA 01105
Position: Full-Time Nurse Practitioner
Compensation: $55-$65 per hour
Schedule: Onsite, Mon-Fri
Join our team at Springfiel d Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) as a Nurse Practitioner, where you'll provide advanced nursing care that transforms lives and fosters recovery. In this role, you'll conduct comprehensive evaluations, develop personalized treatment plans, and prescribe medications as permitted by state regulations, all while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Guided by our Medical Director and Nurse Supervisor, you'll play a vital role in optimizing patient outcomes and ensuring the highest standards of care. If you're passionate about making a difference in behavioral health and substance use treatment, we invite you to bring your expertise and compassion to CTC.
Our Team:
Springfield Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Springfield, MA is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling, therapy, medication, and guidance to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.
With 14 outpatient opioid treatment programs (OTPs) across Massachusetts and Rhode Island, we're breaking down barriers to care and supporting long-term recovery. Our CTC clinics partner with nursing homes, justice systems, and community groups to provide holistic, patient-centered care. From wellness initiatives and holiday celebrations to yoga and animal therapy, we foster a supportive environment for healing and whole-person well-being.
For more information, please contact Eva Fassauer at or call/text .
Role as Nurse Practitioner:
The Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care under the supervision of the Medical Director; may also be directed by Nurse Supervisor for the clinic under the state licensure guidelines for Nurse Practitioners; evaluates and monitors treatment of patients as part of a healthcare team at the clinic. May prescribe medication as allowed by state regulation.
Responsibilities
Role Responsibilities:
Qualifications
Education & Experience Requirements:
23,000+ Employees 170+ Locations 74,000+ Patients 33 States 1 Network
Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers (CTC) division operates 170+ CARF-accredited outpatient opioid treatment programs (OTPs) nationwide, serving patients undergoing treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD). As the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in the nation, we care for more than 74,000 patients daily. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive care, combining therapies with safe and effective medications. Our team stands at the forefront of the battle against the opioid epidemic.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
AHPR
Job Locations US-MA-Springfield
ID 4
# of Openings 1
Category NP/PA
Recruiter : Eva Fassauer
Overview
Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)
Location: Springfield Comprehensive Treatment Program, 511 E Columbus Ave, Springfield, MA 01105
Position: Full-Time Nurse Practitioner
Compensation: $55-$65 per hour
Schedule: Onsite, Mon-Fri
Join our team at Springfiel d Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) as a Nurse Practitioner, where you'll provide advanced nursing care that transforms lives and fosters recovery. In this role, you'll conduct comprehensive evaluations, develop personalized treatment plans, and prescribe medications as permitted by state regulations, all while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Guided by our Medical Director and Nurse Supervisor, you'll play a vital role in optimizing patient outcomes and ensuring the highest standards of care. If you're passionate about making a difference in behavioral health and substance use treatment, we invite you to bring your expertise and compassion to CTC.
Our Team:
Springfield Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Springfield, MA is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling, therapy, medication, and guidance to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.
- Age Group/Range: Adults
- Practice Setting/Type: Outpatient OTP
- Full Time Schedule: M-F
With 14 outpatient opioid treatment programs (OTPs) across Massachusetts and Rhode Island, we're breaking down barriers to care and supporting long-term recovery. Our CTC clinics partner with nursing homes, justice systems, and community groups to provide holistic, patient-centered care. From wellness initiatives and holiday celebrations to yoga and animal therapy, we foster a supportive environment for healing and whole-person well-being.
For more information, please contact Eva Fassauer at or call/text .
Role as Nurse Practitioner:
The Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care under the supervision of the Medical Director; may also be directed by Nurse Supervisor for the clinic under the state licensure guidelines for Nurse Practitioners; evaluates and monitors treatment of patients as part of a healthcare team at the clinic. May prescribe medication as allowed by state regulation.
Responsibilities
Role Responsibilities:
- Provides initial and annual history and physical evaluation, assesses eligibility for treatment, evaluates patients' history of dependence on opioids;
- Orders appropriate laboratory studies, reviews laboratory results and provides necessary education, referral and / or follow up services to patients;
- Monitors the treatment plans of high risk patients.
- Prescribes medication for the treatment of substance abuse according to patient need as allowed by state regulation;
- Consults and collaborates with Medical Director to plan and implement care according to Nurse Practitioner Guidelines;
- Reports and documents significant patient issues and adverse events;
- Communicates pertinent information to appropriate members of the health care team;
- Collaborates with Nurse Supervisor to optimize quality and efficiency;
- Ensures that the program and employees' transactions and activities are in full compliance with all laws and clinic legal compliance program policies and standards of conduct; and,
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as a practicing nurse practitioner preferred.
- Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities preferred
- Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
- Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards).
- No history of alcohol or drug misuse for a period of three years before employment
- Board Certified Nurse Practitioner.
- Licensed to practice in the state of Massachusetts
- DEA license.
23,000+ Employees 170+ Locations 74,000+ Patients 33 States 1 Network
Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers (CTC) division operates 170+ CARF-accredited outpatient opioid treatment programs (OTPs) nationwide, serving patients undergoing treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD). As the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in the nation, we care for more than 74,000 patients daily. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive care, combining therapies with safe and effective medications. Our team stands at the forefront of the battle against the opioid epidemic.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
AHPR
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