Nurse Practitioner - Addiction Medicine

Job Summary

Provides primary or acute healthcare services for certain acute or chronic health conditions in specific populations in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

The Department of Addiction Medicine at Maine General Medical Center is looking for motivated and compassionate Nurse Practitioners to join the team. Since its inception in February 2021, the overarching goal has been to provide low‑barrier, evidence‑based care for patients with substance use disorder. Candidates with direct experience in addiction treatment are welcomed but not explicitly required; on‑the‑job training will be provided as needed.

The ideal candidate shares our harm‑reduction philosophy and believes that treating patients with dignity, respect, and empathy leads to better retention and outcomes.

• Outpatient‑based care setting working with a team of passionate and dedicated staff
• Focus on the most current evidence‑based standards of care
• On‑the‑job training, as needed
• Collaborative opportunities and additional supports that come with being part of a larger healthcare system
• Opportunity to work with a common objective:
  To provide comprehensive, compassionate care to the people in our community suffering from addiction

• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) – Maine State Board of Nursing
• Nurse Practitioner (NP) – Maine State Board of Nursing

Scheduled weekly hours: 40. Scheduled work shift: 40 hours per week.

• Physical Wellness: quality health, dental, and vision benefits; wellness programs and resources to support a healthy lifestyle.
• Emotional Wellness:
  Employee Assistance Program available for employees and household members.
• Financial Wellness:
  Tuition reimbursement, educational loan reimbursement, and continuing medical education (CME) reimbursement. Retirement plans – 403(b) company‑matching up to 2% of eligible pay, 401(a) contributions, and 457(b) options for eligible physicians.
• Insurance:
  Health, disability, and malpractice coverage, including tail coverage.
• Paid Time Off:
  Generous earned time/paid time off plan; industry‑leading leave for new parents.
• Career Mobility:
  Leadership‑supported programs and learning & development resources for every professional stage.

Maine General Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected class. Assistive technologies and reasonable accommodations are available for applicants and employees. Maine General participates in E‑Verify.

Application assistance is available by contacting HR at (207) 861‑3440. Internal referral bonus program is available for employed medical staff.