Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate - Pain Care - Kennebunk

Description

Job Title: Pain Management Advance Practice Provider (APP)

Location: Kennebunk Pain Care Maine Health

Employment Type: 0.5 FTE

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Associate/Assistant (PA) to join our comprehensive pain management team. The APP will work collaboratively with physicians and a multidisciplinary care team to evaluate, treat, and manage patients with acute and chronic pain conditions. This role includes independent follow-up care, participation in new patient consultations under physician supervision, and responsible pain medication management in accordance with CDC guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct independent follow-up visits for patients with chronic pain conditions
Participate in new patient consultations in collaboration with supervising physicians
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in coordination with the care team
Prescribe and manage medications, including controlled substances, in compliance with CDC and state guidelines
Monitor patient progress, treatment effectiveness, and adjust care plans as needed
Provide patient education on pain management strategies, medication safety, and lifestyle modifications
Collaborate closely with interventional pain physicians.
Coordinate care with social workers to support patients’ psychosocial and behavioral health needs
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
Ensure adherence to regulatory, ethical, and clinical standards of care

Current Procedures Performed By APPs

Subacromial bursa injection
Suprascapular Nerve block
Glenohumeral joint injection
Biceps tendon sheath injection
Piriformis Injection
Greater Trochanteric bursa injections
Knee injection/aspiration
deeper trigger points

Qualifications

Successful completion of accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program Master's Degree required.
Current license issued by the State of Maine or eligible for licensure. Certification of Physician Associate/Physician Assistants (NCCPA) required for PA's.Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (e.g., FNP, AGNP)
DEA license with prescriptive authority
Experience in pain management, primary care, or related field preferred
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
Knowledge of CDC guidelines for opioid prescribing and pain management best practices Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of experience as an APP
Prior experience in pain management, musculoskeletal care, primary care, or related field preferred
Experience working in multidisciplinary or integrated care settings.
Work Environment
Collaborative, team-based setting with support from interventional pain physicians.
Focus on comprehensive, patient-centered care addressing physical and psychosocial aspects of pain

Benefits

Competitive compensation package including sign-on bonus and relocation assistance to qualified candidates, CME expense reimbursement, and malpractice insurance.
Benefits include Paid Time Off, CME time, retirement options with employer contributions, medical, dental, vision, life/disability coverage, and more.
Opportunities for professional growth and development

MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

To learn more about our system please visitwww.mainehealth.organd our benefits page.

Hiring Scam Alert

MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.

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