What are the responsibilities and job description for the Addiction Medicine Physician or Nurse Practitioner position at Transitions Addiction Medicine Group?
Transitions Addiction Medicine Group
Facility: Residential Treatment Facility — Wasilla, AK
Schedule: 1 day/week on-site, minimum 4 paid hours per week
Classification: 1099 Independent Contractor
About the Role
Transitions Addiction Medicine Group is seeking a licensed Physician (MD/DO) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) with a background in Addiction Medicine or Family Medicine to provide on-site clinical coverage one day per week at a residential treatment facility in Wasilla, Alaska.
This is an excellent opportunity for a provider looking to supplement their practice with meaningful, flexible work supporting individuals in early recovery.
What You'll Do
- Conduct on-site patient visits one day per week at the residential facility (minimum 4 hours paid, regardless of time required on site)
- Manage medication-assisted treatment (MAT) protocols, including buprenorphine, naltrexone, or other medications for the treatment of substance use disorders
- Evaluate and manage co-occurring medical conditions and withdrawal symptoms
- Coordinate care with facility clinical staff, counselors, and case managers
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with state and facility requirements
- Provide medical oversight and consultation to nursing/support staff as needed
- Ensure care delivery aligns with best practices in addiction medicine and applicable regulatory standards
- There is a supervising physician and a medical director for the facility, with regular on call availability during the rest of the week for support and to complete new intakes
Qualifications
- Current, unrestricted Alaska license as a Physician (MD/DO) or Nurse Practitioner
- Board certification or eligibility in or Addiction Medicine or Family Medicine preferred
- DEA registration required
- Training and experience in addiction medicine or with a population with substance use disorders strongly preferred
- Comfortable working independently in a residential / community-based clinical setting
- Reliable transportation to the Wasilla facility
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team
Compensation & Terms
- 1099 Independent Contractor position
- Minimum of 4 paid hours paid per week
- Competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience and licensure (details provided upon application)
- Flexible scheduling within facility operating needs
- Opportunity for additional hours / telehealth work based on mutual interest