- Salary
- $87 – $100/hr
- Location
- Bridgeport, CT
- Department
- Healthcare
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
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.