OTP Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner (NP) – Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

St. Xavier Community Services

Location: Forest Hills, Queens, NY

Job Type: Part-Time

Pay: $68.00–$75.00 per hour

Work Setting: On-site

Job Description

St. Xavier Community Services is seeking a compassionate, experienced, and dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our growing Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) in Forest Hills, Queens.

The Nurse Practitioner will play an essential role in providing comprehensive medical care to individuals receiving treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD). The ideal candidate will have experience in addiction medicine, substance use disorder treatment, or behavioral health and a strong commitment to patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive medical assessments, physical examinations, and patient evaluations.
• Assess and treat patients with opioid use disorder and co-occurring medical conditions.
• Evaluate patients for medication-assisted treatment, including methadone and other FDA-approved medications for opioid use disorder.
• Initiate, prescribe, and adjust medications within the NP's authorized scope of practice and applicable OTP regulations.
• Monitor patient progress, treatment effectiveness, medication response, and potential side effects.
• Perform ongoing assessments and provide appropriate follow-up medical care.
• Collaborate with the Medical Director, nursing staff, counselors, and interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records and clinical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with NYS OASAS, DEA, SAMHSA, and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Provide patient education regarding medication adherence, overdose prevention, and recovery support.
• Participate in treatment planning, case consultations, and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Active New York State Nurse Practitioner license and registration.
• Master's degree or higher in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Current national Nurse Practitioner certification.
• DEA registration, or eligibility to obtain required registration.
• Experience in addiction medicine, substance use disorder treatment, psychiatry, or behavioral health preferred.
• Knowledge of methadone treatment and OTP regulations strongly preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.

Compensation and Schedule

• Hourly Pay: $68.00–$75.00, based on experience and qualifications.
• Employment Type: Part-Time.
• Flexible part-time scheduling based on program needs.
• Supportive, collaborative clinical environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to a growing community-based opioid treatment program.

About St. Xavier Community Services

St. Xavier Community Services is committed to providing compassionate, accessible, and evidence-based treatment to individuals affected by substance use disorders. Our mission is to promote recovery, improve quality of life, and empower individuals through comprehensive, patient-centered services.

Pay: $68.00 - $75.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Work Location: In person