Zachary Rios

As a dedicated healthcare provider specializing in Adult Gerontology Primary Care and Addiction Treatment, I bring a wealth of knowledge and personal commitment to my work. I earned my undergraduate education from Rutgers University and post graduate education from William Paterson University, which laid the foundation for my career and deepened my desire to help individuals overcome their health challenges.

Currently, I work as a Primary Care and Addiction Treatment Nurse Practitioner at Omega Physicians, where I provide comprehensive care to individuals managing both primary health conditions and addiction. This role allows me to merge my expertise in chronic disease management and addiction recovery, helping patients navigate their journey toward better health.

My professional journey is driven by the understanding that addiction knows no boundaries—it affects everyone, regardless of age, background, or circumstance. Having witnessed the struggles, I feel a personal connection to the recovery process and am motivated to support others in finding their path to healing.

In addition to my work at Omega Physicians, I also serve as the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Coordinator for the Ocean County Jail, where I manage a caseload of over 250 patients, overseeing their chronic disease management and addiction treatment. This role has sharpened my expertise in patient-centered care, while deepening my commitment to providing compassionate support for individuals battling addiction.

My certifications include Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) through the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry, and I am affiliated with the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners ensuring that I am equipped with the most up-to-date knowledge and skills to provide the highest level of care.

Outside of my professional life, I enjoy staying active with running, spending time on the golf course, and traveling with my family—experiences that keep me grounded and energized in both my personal and professional life.

With a profound dedication to my field and the well-being of my patients, I strive to bring empathy, expertise and a passion for healing to every aspect of my work.