At Root Center, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to creating a supportive and engaging work environment where everyone can thrive. We're driven by a clear purpose and a set of core values that shape everything we do, from nurturing growth and promoting well-being to cultivating connections and making a positive impact.

In fact, 97% of our newly hired employees would recommend us to their friends for employment opportunities, and 96% said they strengthened their skills in their first few months. If you share our commitment to these values and want to join a team that lives them every day, Root Center might be the perfect fit for you!

Position Summary

Under the administrative and clinical supervision of the Medical Director through a written supervision agreement, performs various patient care, physician support duties and tasks as required.

Salary Range: $110,000 - $150,000 with a $3,000 sign on bonus!

Actual pay will be determined based on several factors. These may include education, work experience and in some instances, certifications. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues’ pay.

Essential Functions

• Provides care services including, but not limited to, initial evaluation, physical examination and limited medication management, coordinating care with other providers, ordering labs and EKGs and obtaining information on adverse events
• Provides addiction treatment services and some mental health services to patients at a clinic(s)
• Provides continuity of care by arranging follow-up appointments
• Administers medications
• Obtains prior authorization for services, provides assessments and other testing as needed
• Prepares reports and participates in agency quality assurance activities.

Qualification Requirements

Current State of Connecticut certification and/or license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Active DEA controlled substance registration and an active Connecticut controlled substance registration.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

For all benefit eligible employees, we offer a prestigious employment package that includes competitive compensation plus a comprehensive array of benefits including:

• Work Life Balance- Flexibility: Great work life balance with clinics closed on Sundays. No current on-call responsibilities. Time off including PTO (4 weeks), three (3) Paid training days and thirteen (13) paid holidays, including your birthday! 35 hour work week and so much more!
• Health Insurance & Dental Insurance- with flexible employee contribution options depending upon chosen plan.
• Voluntary Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and AD&D – 100% paid by Root Center for Advanced Recovery
• Short-Term Disability – 100% paid by Root Center for Advanced Recovery
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a 5% employer match after 6 months of employment and an additional 5% employer contribution after 1 year of employment.
• $2000 provided annually for tuition, license reimbursement, certifications or other educational activities, including 3 paid training days for educational activities and conferences; an additional $1000 available for counselors seeking outside supervision hours when such can not be provided in the organization internally.
• Annual bonus eligible based on agency performance
• Root Center has approved sites for the following NHSC Loan Repayment Programs: The Loan Repayment Program, Students to Service Loan Repayment Program, Rural Community Loan Repayment Program and Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Program.

EEO Statement:

Root Center is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Root considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Root Center discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.

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