Job Description

Position Summary:

Abhaya Wellness is seeking a dedicated and skilled Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) with experience or interest in addiction psychiatry to join our outpatient team. The ideal provider will deliver compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric and substance use treatment for individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring psychiatric conditions as well as for individuals with general psychiatric diagnoses.

This will be performed in a supportive, team-based environment and serving patients in the clinic's mindfulness-based substance use disorder intensive outpatient program (IOP) as well as general psychiatric outpatients.

This is a contract position*

Key Responsibilities:

Perform thorough psychiatric evaluations and substance use disorder assessments while formulating differential diagnoses Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions Provide psychoeducation to clients and families regarding medications and treatment plans Initiate and manage medications for substance use disorders (including medication assisted treatment) and psychiatric co-morbidities Monitor patient progress, treatment adherence, and side effects through regular follow-ups Collaborate closely with therapists, peer recovery specialists, and shared providers in the community Provide education on harm reduction, overdose prevention (e.g., naloxone), and relapse prevention strategies Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and interdisciplinary care planning Maintain complete, timely, and accurate documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations related to controlled substance prescribing Practice of evidence-based medicine Adhere to clinic policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements Work closely with the clinic's medical director A dedication to continuing to grow and learn within your practice of medicine

Required Qualifications:

Active and unrestricted licensure as a PMHNP or PA in North Carolina National Board Certification Current DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency) registration At least one year of outpatient psychiatric experience Excellent communication, decision-making, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

A current personal mindfulness practice and interest in mindfulness based treatment modalities Prior experience in addiction medicine, community mental health, or dual-diagnosis care Familiarity with evidence-based models such as SBIRT, harm reduction, or motivational interviewing Experience using EHR systems Bilingual or multilingual abilities a plus

Work Environment:

Outpatient clinic with additional telehealth availability Flexible work schedule, no weekends or call Supportive team culture with regular clinical consultation Caseload includes adults with dual diagnoses, substance use disorders, and general psychiatric conditions
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Durham, NC 27707