Addiction Medicine Physician or Nurse Practitioner

Spero Health is seeking an Addiction Medicine Physician or Nurse Practitioner to join our teams in Barbourville, KY and Williamsburg, KY. This is a full-time, on-site position that will cover both locations and requires the ability to prescribe buprenorphine. The position is part of our integrated care model that combines physical and behavioral healthcare services under one roof to treat individuals with complex addiction and substance-related health conditions.

Requirements

• Provide initial evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing support for individuals with complex addiction and substance-related health conditions.
• Complete full and appropriate documentation to support professional billing for services.
• Provide education regarding illness and prognosis to assist with clarification of patient and family goals of care and support development of a comprehensive care plan.
• Interpreting test results to diagnosis any health issues and provide feedback to patients.
• Educating and counseling patients regarding medication compliance.
• Work with an interdisciplinary team of professionals to administer the best care for those patients that need not only medical therapy but behavioral health services as well.
• Patient follow-up visits regarding patients' progress with medication and/or treatment.
• Contacts patient's PCP and/or specialist(s) when necessary.
• Evaluates lab results and provides consultation with APPs regarding abnormal results.
• Reviews and oversees progress and treatment plans, including making any adjustments.
• Maintains required licensure, certifications and CME credits.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Health Savings Account
• Vision, Life and Disability insurance (100% Company Paid)
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement program with company match
• Wellness Programs (Fitness Reimbursement & Smoking Cessation)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts via Tickets at Work