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Role:

• Routine Health Management
• Combination of Behavioral Health with Some Primary Care
• Fulltime, M-F 7:30 am-3:30 pm
• Call: Some Saturday Phone Coverage Required 8:00 am - 12:30 PM
• Medication Assisted Treatment
• Manage and Educate Patients Withdrawal Symptoms 

Key Duties:

1. Promotes high level of integrated medical services to substance use disorder patients, arranging prompt assessments, visits in compliance with all timelines enumerated in regulations.
2. Follows agency specific protocol prior to prescribing Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), including federally regulated methadone management.
3. Completes brief medical assessments and makes recommendations based on observed acute and/or protracted withdrawal symptomology.
4. Completes emergency assessments (if patient has medical needs that require the skill of a nurse practitioner) on patients, as needed.
5. Attends to all patient physical examinations and general medication ordering needs within allotted timeframes.
6. Records observations, treatments, and other pertinent information in the unified Electronic Medical Record
7. Communicates with Medical Director, the attending physician, as directed regarding findings from the visits and any measures to alleviate symptoms and treat illnesses.
8. Provides on-call support to onsite nursing and clinical staff.
9. Collaborates/ communicates with clinical (counseling) team the needs of patient for clinical and psycho-social interventions.

Cayuga Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.

Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong.  At Cayuga Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.

We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities

Located in the heart of the picturesque Finger Lakes Region we are well-known for diversity of culture and community. As home to Cornell and Ithaca College, the community’s primary educational system also ranks high for the state. The area is a bustle of artists and activities and is the 2^nd largest wine region in the country. The entrepreneurial spirit is palpable with many independently owned restaurants and shops, and is considered a foodies paradise.  This is all set amid a backdrop of lakes, state parks, and waterfalls. Come and live where others go to vacation.