Addiction Specialist | 32-36 hours per week
Vigo Groep
Part-time|On-site|Venlo, Limburg, Nederland As an Addiction Specialist, you will serve as an essential link within our multidisciplinary team in North Limburg, located in Venray and Venlo. You will collaborate with fellow addiction specialists, psychiatrists, GZ psychologists, and a dedicated nursing team. Together, we share a clear mission: to provide the best possible care to individuals struggling with addiction issues; our approach is person-centered, professional, and innovative.“As a physician in addiction care, you blend medical precision with human warmth.”Our team needs your heartUtilizing your expertise in addiction medicine, you will develop care plans, implement them, and assess progress. You will proactively identify the physical and psychological effects of substance use, conduct additional research, and implement appropriate treatments. As the lead therapist, you will be a key resource for the team, guiding treatment direction. Additionally, you will educate clients about substance use and its health risks, fostering not only knowledge but also trust and motivation.You will join a close-knit and experienced team that has worked together for a significant period. We are well-coordinated, share our expertise, and support each other as needed. Simultaneously, we encourage new insights, innovative ideas, and personal development. We are committed to critically examining our methods and ourselves to continually enhance our service to clients.Curious about what it’s like to work as a physician in addiction care? Addiction specialist Carla is eager to share why her work continues to inspire her daily.What makes working in addiction care special is the blend of complexity, collaboration, and genuine human connection. You work with a diverse clientele: individuals who often arrive at their lowest point in life. This requires compassion, sharpness, and flexibility. The demographic is evolving; we are seeing more patients with chronic pain and those from non-Dutch backgrounds. This dynamic environment demands cultural sensitivity and tailored approaches.The team makes the work truly rewarding and inspiring for me. Especially the nursing team is invaluable: warm, knowledgeable, and always motivated. Together with psychologists, psychiatrists, and other colleagues, we form a cohesive multidisciplinary team. Integration with broader mental health services, such as crisis intervention and IHT, ensures efficient communication and collaboration.
Jul 22, 2025