Our team is seeking a Medical Provider [NP, PA, MD/DO] to provide whole-person care to people struggling with addiction. This includes treatment of substance use disorders in our opioid use disorder (OUD) and alcohol use disorder (AUD) programs, providing medication-assisted treatment in collaboration with our behavioral health team. Through our Responsive Care services, you will provide comprehensive medical and mental health services to our members, similar in scope to urgent and primary care services. We are a growing organization looking for people to grow with us. An ideal candidate will enjoy new challenges and thrive in a changing environment. If you are a caring, dedicated professional who possesses strong communication skills and a true desire to help others, this is the position for you!

In this role, you will interact with members and families, referral sources, field staff, and the local community-based organizations with whom we partner. You will work side by side with our licensed substance use and mental health counselors, helping our members find their way through their individualized recovery journey. Your work is essential to the members and your constant feedback will be expected to help them have the best outcome possible. Your support will allow members to receive quality care in their communities and help make a better life within reach.

Your work will combine telehealth and in-person care at partner sites within the community. We offer access to care to our members between the hours of 9 am to 8 pm Monday through Friday, and from 1 PM to 5 PM on Saturdays. We offer full-time, part-time, and hourly positions.

Responsibilities for Medical Providers include, but are not limited to:

• Performing medical evaluations and initiation of medications for OUD and AUD
• Diagnosing and treating medical and mental health complaints at the level of a primary or urgent care provider
• Co-facilitating group therapy and medical education meetings with a licensed counselor
• Demonstrating and communicating the core values of Better Life Partners
• Participating in Better Life Partners’ and their community research and public health partners' research and data collection efforts
• Collaborating with Better Life Partners’ interdisciplinary teams on case management and care coordination efforts
• Adhering to professional and ethical work standards
• Maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Attending and engaging in regular training and company meetings

Qualifications for a Medical Provider:

• North Carolina License as a Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or Medical Doctor/Doctor of Osteopathy (additional state licenses in New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, and/or Maine a plus)
• Active DEA in state(s) in which you hold a license
• Several years of experience in the practice of addiction medicine or psychiatry, primary or urgent care
• Strong affinity with and compassion for people and communities suffering from addiction
• Willingness to travel locally in North Carolina
• Providers should be fully prepared for a hybrid work model: spending a portion of time seeing members virtually but also being mobile and willing to see members at any of our North Carolina partner locations. Reasonable travel is likely expected.
• Strong preference is given to candidates who feel comfortable and capable of managing the following:
  • Substance use disorder in pregnant individuals
  • Diverse populations with unique cultural, social, and economic factors that may impact patient care and outcomes
  • Mental health conditions
• Familiarity with the foster care system and experience providing care to pregnant individuals involved with child welfare services is highly desirable.
• Excellent time management and strong attention to detail
• Exceptionally strong work ethic
• Team player with an “all hands on deck” attitude, organized and able to multitask
• A flexible, proactive, and inquisitive approach to improving care delivery processes
• Extensive experience with electronic health records; experience with telemedicine

This is a full-time, exempt position. For physician assistants and nurse practitioners, the starting salary range for this position is $108K - $141K annually equity benefits. The final compensation package is influenced by various factors such as experience, education, degrees earned, market data, and business requirements.

This is a full-time, exempt position. For physicians, the starting salary range for this position is $195K - $255K annually equity benefits. The final compensation package is influenced by various factors such as experience, education, degrees earned, market data, and business requirements.

This is a hybrid position. Services are provided both in-person and remotely.

Hybrid position requirements:

• Must be within a commutable distance of Cumberland and Robeson in North Carolina.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing to travel locally within the communities we serve.
• Must have internet service with minimum upload/download ability.
• The company will provide equipment (laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and headset) plus a remote work stipend.
• Must have a quiet space to speak to members with minimal background noise.
• Must understand the importance of protected health information and ensure any data/information is not visible to others.

We offer:

• A Competitive salary and benefits package including:
  • Employee stock options for all full-time employees;
  • Health insurance, dental, and vision coverage;
  • Paid time off, sick and wellness days;
  • Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage;
  • Professional and educational reimbursements;
  • Remote work stipend; and
  • 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match.
• An environment that will challenge and engage you, supporting you to develop and grow professionally and personally.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment that will value family life, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• The chance to make a significant positive impact on the lives of the millions of people who otherwise might not have access to life-saving care.