Hope and Healing Clinic·Tumwater, Washington
The Medical Provider evaluates patients with opioid use disorders and prescribes appropriate medications such as methadone and buprenorphine. They are responsible for conducting medical assessments, documenting treatment records, and coordinating care with outside providers.
Follow all clinic policies and procedures. Ensure timely and complete documentation of treatment records and any other documentation required by federal, state, and local agencies Ensure that the clinic protects the rights and confidentiality of all patients Conduct intake medical assessment and diagnosis and determine initial medication choice and dose Conduct patient dose evaluations and change medications as indicated Conduct thorough physical examinations and make appropriate recommendations for follow-up Document findings and decision-making about care in electronic health record Maintain timely and appropriate communication and attend meetings as requested Facilitate appropriate communication and referrals with outside medical providers for needed care and follow-up Evaluate, as necessary, patients with urgent or emergency medical needs and determine if further medical assistance is necessary Write medical orders for all take-home privileges, seeking regulatory exceptions as necessary Maintain knowledge of and compliance with CFR-related privacy principles and HIPAA policies and procedures Interact with all staff in a positive and motivational fashion supporting the clinic’s mission and commitment to patient experience Position Requirements: Nurse Practitioners are required to have an active license in the state of Washington. All Medical Providers must have Schedule II - V prescriptive authority from the State of Washington.
The nature of this position, as with most within substance use disorder treatment and outreach, may at times be fast-paced with high-stress situations and conditions. A successful applicant will be adaptive with respect to patient needs and scheduling and will seek a position that offers a rewarding experience in offering recovery to those in crisis within a positive, patient-centered workplace. This position primarily involves working onsite in the clinic, with occasional travel to nearby locations to support Mobile Unit operations. Travel is limited to a small geographic area. The exact schedule and time spent at each location may vary depending on site needs.
Applicants
Should: Have basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, electronic medical records systems, preferably Kipu, and a high level of initiative in keeping current with technological change. Be willing to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, clients, and outside contacts from a wide variety of ethnic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds and possess strong conflict-resolution, interpersonal communication, and time management skills Be able to pass required background checks Comply with all other testing, screening, and credentialing as required Preference will be given to qualified native applicants; Chehalis Tribal Member and Native American preference policy is applicable. However, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be able to provide Indian preference documentation if claimed. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the job according to specific company requirements. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, disability, or marital status.
Candidates must be a licensed physician or nurse practitioner in Washington with Schedule II-V prescriptive authority. While not required, at least one year of experience treating substance use disorders is preferred.
Market context
Washington employers often seek ARNPs for substance use disorder care, especially in opioid treatment settings where prescriptive authority and state licensure are essential. These roles can be competitive because candidates with SUD experience, Schedule II-V authority, and a DATA waiver for buprenorphine fit the clinical needs closely. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm whether your background matches the original posting before applying.
Medical Assistant
Substance Use Disorder Professional
