Join CMS as a Nurse Practitioner - Making a Difference in the Communities We Serve

Community Medical Services (CMS) is hiring a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to assist patients recovering from addictions to opioids and other illicit substances for our Elyria, OH, location (W River Rd. N).

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Pay Range: $145,000-145,000 annual

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Schedule: Monday-Friday 5:30a - 1:30p and Saturdays on-call

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To thrive in this role, you must be able to:

• Bring sensitivity to the needs of those who are chemically dependent.
• Ensure all medical evaluations, medical histories, and physical examinations are complete before patients receive initial dose of medication.
• Manage ongoing treatment, including signing medical orders, treatment plans, and documentation required by state and federal laws.
• Maintain responsibility for patients’ case management, including chronic health problems, health conditions, and prescription medication management.
• Accurately complete same-day clinical documentation using required visit templates entered into the Electronic Health Record.
• Perform comprehensive physical examinations of patients and facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities as needed for continuum of care.
• Collaborate with the Medical Director to ensure patients’ healthcare needs are met.
• Educate patients, families, staff, and community members on medication actions, side effects, and proper health and nutrition habits.

Qualifications:

• Licensed as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in state of employment
• CPR Certification Required
• First Aid Certification Required
• Clinical experience in substance abuse rehabilitation and Opioid treatment preferred
• Experience documenting into an electronic medical record
• Ability to complete a valid fingerprint clearance and tuberculosis test