Advanced Practice Provider

At Steadfast Health we’re a on a mission to deliver hope, healing, and long-term health to those experiencing substance use disorder, through best-in-class addiction treatment and an unwavering belief that lasting recovery comes from partnering with our patients as respected equals in their care journey.  We’re a passionate team striving to raise the standard of compassionate care for our patients, and we know that to do that, we must care for our people first. We’d love to meet you and tell you about what we’re building! 

Role

As an APP at Steadfast Health, you’ll practice at the top of your license in a supportive, evidence-based addiction medicine model. You’ll collaborate closely with physicians, therapists, and peers to deliver coordinated, compassionate care. With streamlined workflows and dedicated MA support, you can spend more of your day doing what matters most: caring for your patients without distraction. We offer CME funding, mentorship, and leadership pathways, in a sustainable work environment that truly supports work-life balance. Here, you’re not just part of a care team — you’re helping shape the future of addiction treatment. 

• Location: Nashville, TN
• Schedule: Full-time, W2 position with standard hours of Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. CT
• Target Start Date: November 2025

Responsibilities 

• Diagnose and manage SUDs and associated comorbidities, embodying the Steadfast patient-first ethos.
• Collaborate with all clinic-level team members to formulate and execute patient care plans, including Medical Assistants, Peer Recovery Specialists, and Therapists.  
• Provide expert compassion and patient-centered advocacy through the application of Motivational Interviewing principles.
• Practice up-to-date, life-saving, cutting-edge SUD therapies with close guidance, oversight and mentorship from specialty-trained addiction experts.
• Pioneer novel ways of improving access and overall care for disadvantaged, marginalized populations.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care by creating a warm and welcoming environment, fostering trust and strong relationships with patients and communities. 
• Demonstrate flexibility and a proactive attitude in adapting to diverse patient needs and situations.
• Continuously seek out new knowledge and stay informed on new medical advancements, maintaining a lifelong learning mindset to deliver the best care possible.
• Provide occasional cross-coverage for inpatient consult APPs as needed, ensuring seamless patient care and team support. 

Some of the Benefits  

• Medical, dental and vision coverage 
• Flexible time off with generous PTO, floating holidays, and paid volunteer days 
• CEU reimbursement & ongoing paid training 
• 401K Match 
• Employee assistance program
• 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability and employer-sponsored life insurance 
• A long-term commitment to sustainable panel sizes, protected downtime, and clinical representation on the leadership team 
• An opportunity to get in at the ground level and shape how we grow!

Qualifications  

• NP (FNP, AGNP, PMHNP preferred) or PA-C (Internal, Family, Emergency Medicine experience preferred), licensed in the state of Tennessee.
• Comprehensive medical and/or psychiatric evaluation and management experience in substance use disorder treatment, preferably in an outpatient setting. 
• Strong knowledge of SUD diagnoses, medications, and treatment modalities. 
• Ability to effectively interact with diverse staff, patients, and community members.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, a flexible, can-do mentality, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. 
• Passionate about Steadfast Health’s mission to provide low-barrier, non-punitive, harm-reductionist SUD care. 

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perfor