Addiction Medicine Physician, Nurse Practitioner

Spero Health

Addiction Medicine Physician or Nurse Practitioner at Spero Health providing integrated care for substance use disorders. Join a team dedicated to saving lives and restoring relationships.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeSomerset • Kentucky • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in addiction medicine, including evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of complex substance use disorders. Proficient in developing comprehensive care plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide optimal patient care.

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Active Medical LicenseAddiction Medicine ServicesComplex Substance Use Disorders ManagementDEA Licensure and Prescriptive AuthorityElectronic Medical Records Experience

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Hard Skills

Diagnosis and TreatmentPatient EducationMedication Compliance CounselingLab Result EvaluationDocumentation for Billing

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTime ManagementRelationship Development

Industry Keywords

Interdisciplinary Team CollaborationComplex AddictionSubstance Related Health ConditionsPatient Follow-UpComprehensive Care Plan

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide initial evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing support for individuals with complex addiction and substance related health conditions.
Complete full and appropriate documentation to support professional billing for services.
Provide education regarding illness and prognosis to assist with clarification of patient and family goals of care and support development of a comprehensive care plan.
Interpreting test results to diagnosis any health issues and provide feedback to patients.
Educating and counseling patients regarding medication compliance.
Work with an interdisciplinary team of professionals to administer the best care for those patients that need not only medical therapy but behavioral health services as well.
Patient follow-up visits regarding patients' progress with medication and/or treatment.
Contacts patient's PCP and/or specialist(s) when necessary.
Evaluates lab results and provides consultation with APPs regarding abnormal results.
Reviews and oversees progress and treatment plans, including making any adjustments.
Maintains required licensure, certifications and CME credits.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active and unrestricted medical license as a physician or nurse practitioner within the applicable state.
Experience providing addiction medicine services for both medically and socially complex populations;
Experience managing complex substance use disorders.
Ability to develop relationships with network and community physicians and other providers.
Current, active DEA licensure and prescriptive authority in state(s) where applicable.
Ability to work on-site with diverse care teams in a variety of settings.
Effective time management and communication skills.
Computer literate and experience with Electronic Medical Records.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Health Savings Account
Vision, Life and Disability insurance (100% Company Paid)
Generous PTO and paid holidays
401(k) retirement program with company match
Wellness Programs (Fitness Reimbursement & Smoking Cessation)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discounts via Tickets at Work
LOAN FORGIVENESS PROGRAMS: Spero Health is a STAR (Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery) approved organization.