APRN/Physician Assistant Psychiatric

Description

Works under the supervision of the Medical Director to evaluate, diagnose, and provide medical management for clients with co-occurring disorders, including the treatment of substance use concerns.

I. Performs psychiatric functions.

II. Complies with medical functions.

III. Maintains professional competence and skills.

IV. Projects and maintains a positive image to all patients, visitors, and program personnel.

Requirements

• •Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with two (2) years of experience utilizing MAT’s for the treatment of substance use disorders and currently licensed in the state of Connecticut.
• •Must be able to work clinic hours, and Saturday's.
• •Experience with Methadone Maintenance preferred, and Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD)
• •Must be able to interact cross-culturally, have an appreciation of Latino/ African American cultures.
• •Must have excellent communication both verbal and written.
• •Provides psychiatric evaluations, medication monitoring, and psychiatric consultation.
• •Must be a growth-oriented person willing to set and work towards professional goals.
• •Able to collect and organize information related to individual client, family, medical, substance use, and mental health history.
• •Able to provide medication education for clients, staff, and families as necessary.
• •Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle.