Physician Assistant

Company: Ann Arbor Comprehensive Treatment Center
Location: Ann Arbor
Posted on: April 5, 2025

Job Description:

Overview:Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)Join our team at Ann Arbor Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) as a Physician Assistant, where youll play an essential role in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care to those on their journey to recovery. In this role, youll provide medical services, conduct physical assessments, and support patients with education and follow-up care under the guidance of a supervising physician. Collaborating with a dedicated team, youll help ensure compliance with state and federal regulations while fostering an environment of trust and healing. If youre passionate about making a difference in behavioral health and substance use treatment, we invite you to bring your expertise to CTC.Our Team:Ann Arbor Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Ann Arbor, Michigan is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling, therapy, medication, and guidance to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.Age Group/Range: AdultsPart-Time Schedule: Wednesday and Friday - 6 hours per dayRole as Physician Assistant:The Physician Assistant is an integral member of the medical team, responsible for providing high-quality medical services to patients while adhering to state licensing guidelines. This role encompasses comprehensive medical management across all levels of care offered by the clinic and involves working under the supervision of a physician to deliver patient-centered care. Responsibilities include conducting thorough physical examinations, diagnosing conditions, and formulating treatment plans. The Physician Assistant also provides patient education, coordinates referrals, and ensures appropriate follow-up care to support treatment continuity. Additionally, they may prescribe medications in accordance with state regulations and licensure requirements. This position requires a commitment to clinical excellence, adherence to legal and professional standards, and collaboration with the medical team to optimize patient outcomes.For more details please contact - debbie.hughes@acadiahealthcare.com or call/text 615.861.7581Responsibilities:Makes a comprehensive physical assessment of patients consistent with training and education;Performs physical examinations on patients admitted for medication maintenance;Ensures physician medication orders are being followed. Refers patients to appropriate physicians and consults with the supervising physician;Evaluates patient care, adjusting the plan of care based on outcomes, diagnostic test results, and patient feedback;Provides patient and staff education on medication maintenance;Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, CARF Standards, and clinic policy and procedure;Maintains and expands knowledge base in accordance with the requirements necessary to maintain professional certification as a Physician Assistant; and,Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications:Graduate of Physician Assistant program from an accredited college or universityPrevious experience in a substance use (SUD) treatment clinic preferredNo history of alcohol or drug misuse for a period of three years before employmentLicenses/Designations/Certifications:Board certified Physician Assisant.Licensed Physician Assistant able to practice in state where the clinic operates.DEA license.Our Comprehensive Treatment Network-23,500 Employees -11,400 Beds 258 Locations 38 States 1 NetworkAs a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services in the United States and Puerto Rico, Acadia Healthcare operates 258 treatment facilities across 38 states. Our network of treatment facilities offers multiple levels of care for various behavioral health and substance use disorders. At Acadia, our primary goal is to meet patients where theyre at in their treatment process. We do this by providing a multitude of levels of care, including detoxification, residential treatment for addiction, residential treatment for dual diagnosis, acute psychiatric inpatient hospitalization, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) services, and an array of outpatient programming options, ranging from partial hospitalization programs (PHPs) and intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) to traditional outpatient services. Our expansive network of treatment facilities creates greater access to care, reduces the stigma associated with mental illness and addiction, and offers those in our communities a safe environment in which to receive the treatment they need.We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individuals characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.#LI-CTCAHPR#LI-DT1by Jobble

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