McLeod Centers for Wellbeing is accepting applications for a Full-Time Physician Assistant and/or Nurse Practitioner to provide patient-centered care to float as needed among its Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) programs in the Western North Carolina regional facilities (Hickory, Statesville, Lenoir, Marion).

What does this position do for the agency? The position is responsible for the following, with other duties as assigned:

• Admit clients to all substance use disorder treatment modalities (primarily MAT services)
• Medical assessment as required, including medical and substance use history and physical exam.
• Order medical tests and medications as clinically indicated.
• Assessment of medical problems with appropriate referral and coordination of care.
• Maintenance of proper documentation required by regulations and contracts.
• Provide on-call services as required by the medical director.

What are the qualifications needed for this role?

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

• Valid North Carolina PA or NP License.
• High degree of attention to detail.
• EKG interpretation.
• Full unrestricted DEA licensure.
• Buprenorphine waiver (X number).
• NC Controlled substances database access.

Required Skills:

Excellent communication skills exhibiting team-oriented collaborative approach with both patients and staff members.

What benefits are offered:

• 37.5-hour work week to support an improved work/life balance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with partially funded employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• 100% employer paid benefits: short and long –term disability, group term life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities with support for continued growth.
• 401(k) plan - eligible to enroll after 90 days of employment – Company matches up to 3%.
• PTO and sick leave accrual, as well as bereavement, jury duty, parent-child educational leave, and a paid day off during your birthday month