Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) – Addiction Medicine
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Location: Pueblo, Colorado Pay: $70–$85 per hour Schedule: 5:00 AM – 12:30 PM Position Type: Part-Time and Full-Time positions available, Independent Contractor (1099) Work Location: In Person | Hybrid Elevate Your Career with Elevate Healthcare! Elevate Healthcare is more than just another place to work — it is the place to work! As a female- and minority-owned healthcare company, we celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and representation in our workforce.
Our mission is simple: to elevate addiction medicine healthcare and elevate the workplace. We believe that taking exceptional care of our patients starts with taking exceptional care of our team. We take care of our own! We're looking for a compassionate, motivated, and team-oriented Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) in Pueblo, Colorado.
This is an excellent opportunity for an advanced practice provider looking for a consistent schedule, meaningful patient interactions, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of individuals receiving treatment for opioid use disorder. What You'll Do Working collaboratively with our Medical Director and clinical team, you'll provide direct medical care to patients receiving medication-assisted treatment (MAT), including methadone.
Responsibilities include: Conduct comprehensive medical evaluations, including patient histories and physical examinations. Complete initial admission assessments and ongoing medical follow-up visits. Evaluate patient response to treatment and make clinically appropriate medication dosage recommendations or adjustments within your authorized scope of practice. Order, review, and interpret laboratory testing and other diagnostic results.
Assess and manage medical concerns related to opioid use disorder and treatment. Coordinate care and make referrals to appropriate healthcare providers and community resources. Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough medical documentation. Collaborate with nursing, counseling, and leadership staff to support individualized, patient-centered treatment. Ensure medical services comply with applicable federal and Colorado regulations, DEA requirements, CARF standards, and organizational policies.
What We're Looking For Required Qualifications: Active, unrestricted Colorado Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license. Active DEA registration, as applicable to assigned prescribing duties. Ability to practice within applicable Colorado scope-of-practice and prescribing requirements. Strong clinical judgment, professionalism, and communication skills. Compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to individuals with substance use disorders.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Commitment to harm reduction, patient dignity, and evidence-based addiction treatment. Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience in addiction medicine, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), or an Opioid Treatment Program (OTP). Familiarity with methadone treatment and management of opioid use disorder. Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Why Elevate? Competitive compensation: $70–$85 per hour. Predictable schedule: Just one day per week, with an early start and early finish. Meaningful work: Make a direct impact on patients working toward recovery and stability. Supportive team: Work alongside professionals who value collaboration, respect, and quality patient care. Patient-centered philosophy: Be part of an organization committed to harm reduction, individualized treatment, and treating people with dignity.
A different kind of workplace: We believe our team deserves the same respect, support, and compassion we provide to our patients. Ready to Elevate? If you're passionate about providing quality healthcare, believe in treating patients without judgment, and want to be part of a team that genuinely cares, we'd love to hear from you! Come see what makes Elevate Healthcare different! Elevate Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.
We welcome qualified applicants from all backgrounds. Pay: $70.00 - $85.00 per hour Application Question(s): Are you available to work early hours, 5am to 12:30pm, weekdays? License/Certification: Colorado Medical Practitioner License (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Pueblo, CO 81003