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Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, Weight & Lifestyle (Obesity)
Boston, MA Area

Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Atrius Health’s 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, work in close collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities. Our vision is to transform care to improve lives. Atrius Health provides high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated and cost-effective care to every patient we serve. By establishing a solid foundation of shared decision making, understanding and trust with each of its patients, Atrius Health enhances their health and enriches their lives. Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on building the leading value-based care system in the country.

Qualifications:

  • Must possess/be eligible for licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
  • Experience with an electronic medical records system; Epic experience preferred.
  • Experience in bariatric medicine or operating room surgery or a certification in obesity medicine is preferred.
  • Must be able to see adults and adolescents.


Benefits include:

  • 401(k) retirement contribution
  • Generous paid time off
  • 10 paid holidays
  • Paid professional development
  • Generous health and welfare benefits package


Please apply at
https://atriushealth.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=121770&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York

Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All patients, employees, applicants and other constituents of Atrius Health will be treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital/domestic partner status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or other dimensions of diversity.

Posted on: March 5, 2024

Dr. Timothy Wahl Presidential Chair in Diabetes Clinical Research

University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) with its academic health center partner, Nebraska Medicine (NM), seeks an accomplished physician with an established portfolio of clinical or clinical-translational research focused on any aspect of diabetes or diabetes education research to become the newly endowed Dr. Timothy Wahl Presidential Chair in Diabetes Clinical Research. Candidates can also explore additional leadership roles within the Division of Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Metabolism (DEM) or Department of Internal Medicine, based on their interest and experience. The Wahl Presidential Chair will have an academic appointment in the Division of Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Metabolism (DEM) with the Department of Internal Medicine.

This recruitment is in strategic alignment with UNMC’s development of a Board of Regents-designated Diabetes Center of Excellence. The Wahl Presidential Chair will play a central role in the establishment and ongoing impact of the Center.

UNMC is located in Omaha, one of the nation’s best cities to which to live, and one of the four universities that compose the University of Nebraska. UNMC has six colleges and two institutes, serving about 3,900 students in more than two dozen programs. UNMC has seen unprecedented growth across all its missions, particularly research. The only public academic health sciences university in the state, UNMC is closely partnered with Nebraska Medicine, a tertiary and quaternary referral hospital ranked by US News and World Report among the top 100 hospitals in the US, and the leading academic health system in the region. It has 809 licensed beds at its two hospitals, more than 1,000 physicians, and 40 specialty and primary care clinics in Omaha and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

This presidential endowed chair will be expected to help expand diabetes clinical and research programs and help forge and promote diabetes standards of care in the community and across the region, assist with the Diabetes OnTrack program, and collaborate with major diabetes centers across the country to study new approaches for diabetes care, education, and prevention. We are looking for candidates with a desire and experience to create a strategic vision on how to build research that will impact diabetes care, education, and outcomes into the future.

Basic qualifications

Candidates must have an MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree, with board certification in Endocrinology.

Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Nebraska.

Scholarship, clinical, and research accomplishments that would merit the rank of Associate Professor or Professor in the College of Medicine.

Preferred Qualifications and Desired Attributes

History of extramural research funding and publications in high impact journals.

Possess desire and experience to create a strategic vision toward building research that will impact diabetes care, education, and outcomes across the state of Nebraska and beyond.

UNMC is extremely interested in applications from diverse candidates as diabetes impacts many races and ethnicities and rural living individuals disproportionately.

This is a full-time position that will be performed on-site in Nebraska. Salary commensurate with experience with a generous benefits package.

Please apply via email to Rachel Charney, MD rachel@grantcooper.com

For more information, please visit: https://diversifiedsearchgroup...

Posted on: February 28, 2024

Nurse Practitioner - Digestive Disease & Obesity Medicine, Plano, TX

Baylor Scott & White Health has an opening for a Nurse Practitioner to join our Digestive Disease & Obesity Medicine team in Plano, Texas.

Our facilities have national and regional recognition by U.S. News & World Report - a reflection of our talent and commitment to advanced quality care that is safe and compassionate.

We are looking for a committed team player with a favorable work/ training history. The ideal candidate should be focused on quality, and be able to effectively collaborate with referring physicians, agencies and other professionals to provide optimum patient care within our award-winning integrated health care system.

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm, No Call / No Weekends

Our Life in Plano

  • Plano is just north of Dallas, offering a variety of fun for shopaholics to outdoor enthusiasts alike. Plano has something for everyone.

Attractions

  • Bring the family to shop and dine at Plano's premier lifestyle center Legacy West or become a kid again at Crayola Experience Plano! Want to head outdoors? Zipline among the treetops at Plano's Go Ape! at Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve.

Quality of Life

  • Plano is recognized as one of the best run and safest cities in America with a population over 250,000, according to Forbes. It's also been voted as one of the best places to live in Texas, according to Niche.

Arts & Culture

  • Experience a concert or stroll along the historic streets of Downtown Plano. Explore Plano's past at the Heritage Farmstead Museum - a historical working farm.

Family Friendly

  • Families have plenty of choices in Plano, whether it's friendly neighborhoods, stellar schools or activities like the Plano Balloon Festival. You and the kids will never be bored!

BENEFITS

  • Our competitive benefits package includes the following Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
  • 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1
  • Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

  • EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience preferred Obesity medicine preferred

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

  • Nurse Practitioner (NP)
  • Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Please apply HERE.  (contact recruiter Tracy.Laird1@BSWHealth.org with questions/issues)

Posted on: February 21, 2024

The Position (available immediately)

  • The successful candidate will join a team of world-renowned endocrinologists in a highly dynamic, collegial, and scholarly environment in South Los Angeles.
  • The successful candidate must be a skilled clinician in both the inpatient and ambulatory settings to ensure the seamless provision and transition of care along the full spectrum of endocrine diseases.
  • Evidence based and cutting-edge teaching and supervision of post-graduate trainees is an integral part of the position’s responsibilities.
  • While not required to be actively funded, the successful candidate will be expected to engage in basic, translational, clinical or implementation science research.

Other attributes:

  • High level organizational skills are a requirement.
  • Experience with administration of a postgraduate training program as a Program Director or Assistant PD is preferred but not required.
  • Scholarly interest and/or a successful track record of investigation and publication in the areas of Obesity or Metabolic Bone Disease is desired but not a requirement.
  • Candidates must be a US citizen or permanent resident and eligible for licensure in California.
  • Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
    • Harbor-UCLA Medical Center is a 453-bed public hospital operated by the County of Los Angeles, Department of Health Services. It is one of the oldest academic medical centers in Los Angeles and a teaching hospital for the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 27 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics – DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.2 billion. The DHS mission is to advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. Harbor-UCLA Medical Center is committed to creating a truly diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. Construction of the new Harbor-UCLA hospital and outpatient tower are underway.
  • The Division of Adult Endocrinology is housed in the Walter Martin Research building and has four full time faculty, seven volunteer faculty and five-research faculty including a biostatistician. 
  • Academic Affiliation 
    • The Harbor-UCLA Medical Center is affiliated with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.
    • The successful candidate will be eligible for appointment to the faculty of the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.
  • Education and Training 
    • The ACMGE accredited post-graduate training program in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism includes and extends to the Department of Diabetes at the City of Hope, with eleven trainees in total, rotating between the two sites.
  • Research
    • The Lundquist Institute is situated on an 11-acre research park on the Harbor-UCLA Campus. The Institute provides administrative support for investigators and receives $60 Million in grants and contracts annually.
    • The successful candidate will join the Institute of Metabolism/Cardiology/ Nephrology and Reproduction that presently comprises of 17 established investigators with common research interests.

Interested individuals should forward a current CV and three references to Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, via email: humcendocrine@lundquist.org

Posted on: February 21, 2024

Psychologist - Weight Management and Bariatric Medicine

Summa Health - Akron, Ohio

Summa Health is seeking a Psychologist passionate about Weight Management to join our employed physician group. The selected candidate will become a member of Summa Health Medical Group a multi-specialty group practice of 400+ physicians employed by the Summa Health System. Summa Health is one of the largest integrated Healthcare Delivery Systems in the state of Ohio.

Candidate Expectations

  • Provide integrated care within our comprehensive weight management program
  • Provide pre-surgical evaluation and clearance for patients presenting for metabolic weight loss surgery
  • Provide individual and group psychotherapy with patients pursuing surgical and non-surgical weight loss goals
  • Assist the team and patients by providing onsite consultation, education, and brief assessment to address patients’ surgical and non-surgical behavioral health needs
  • Work with obesity medicine specialists, bariatric surgeons, dieticians, nurses, and a comprehensive team of support staff to provide team based patient centered care
  • Coordinate with community resources to improve patients’ success with weight loss and eating goals

Opportunity Highlights

  • Employed position with comprehensive benefit package
  • Competitive compensation with salary guarantee
  • Academic appointment is available at the Northeast Ohio Medical University
  • Monday-Friday schedule allowing for exceptional work/life balance
  • Full time availability and flexibility to work at multiple locations along with some early evening hours
  • Summa Health Behavioral Health Institute practices a patient-centered philosophy and is committed to meeting each patient’s mental health needs in a holistic manner
  • Epic System’s EMR

Candidate Requirements

  • Doctorate degree (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical Psychology from an APA accredited program
  • License to practice in Ohio or willingness to obtain
  • Preferred candidate will have experience in weight management and/or health psychology, integrated care, and/or providing psychological services to adults and adolescents.

Community Information

Rising from the rolling hills of the Western Reserve along the Ohio & Erie Canal, Akron is located within 500 miles of 42 major cities, and surrounded by thousands of acres of national parkland and countryside. As a thriving heartland city Akron provides an ideal living and working environment. The vitality of its people and the unparalleled quality of life offers versatility, a low cost of living, outstanding cultural access and a thriving climate for healthcare, education and business. The downtown hosts a vibrant arts scene and eclectic dining options. Northeast Ohio offers many quality primary and secondary education options.

Interested candidates should send CV to physicianrecruitment@summahealth.org or call Emily Miclaus, Physician Recruiter at 330.375.3155.

EOE/AA Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled.

Posted on: February 21, 2024

Meet knownwell, weight-inclusive healthcare for all. Join a dynamic company that is changing the way care is delivered for patients with obesity. knownwell is a weight-inclusive healthcare company offering metabolic health services, primary care, nutrition counseling and behavioral health services for anyone of any size. Our hybrid model allows for both in-clinic and virtual care to bring support to patients where and when they need it. To learn more about our recent Series A funding, led by Andreessen Horowitz, please check out this article.

As a physician at knownwell, you will work alongside a team of committed physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, registered nurses, dietitians, and behavioral health clinicians to provide comprehensive medical care, with a specific focus on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of obesity-related conditions as appropriate. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of patients by helping them achieve sustainable improvements to their overall health.

Position: Hybrid, on-site and remote.

Location: Dallas, TX

Schedule: Monday- Friday with flexible scheduling, 32 patient contact hours.

EMR: Athena

On-Call: Rotation with initial triage performed by nurses.

Requirements:

  • You have a medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
  • You have an unrestricted Texas license or willingness to obtain.
  • You are board certified/board eligible in internal medicine or family medicine.
  • You have an ABOM board certification or willingness to obtain. Fellowship preferred.
  • You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • You’re dedicated to staying current with the latest developments in obesity medicine and primary care.
  • You believe in inclusive, compassionate care.
  • You believe in shared decision making with a patient. You honor the goals a patient has for their health, and you partner with them to help them achieve those goals.
  • You have high emotional intelligence and know how to make a patient feel at ease – without judgment and without shame.
  • You’re willing and excited to try new technologies that are both patient and provider oriented.
  • You are excited to work with a collaborative team of physicians, APP’s, health coaches, and other staff.
  • We are unable to sponsor visas currently, so you are authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities:

  • Practice exceptional medicine within knownwell
    • Provide obesity and/or internal medicine care for adults. Family medicine will also treat pediatric patients for metabolic health.
    • Embodies the knownwell mission and values of patient inclusivity in how you deliver care.
    • Coordinates with the broader care team to ensure the patient has the support they need.
    • Documents as necessary to ensure accurate billing.
    • Communicates with patients in a timely matter through our portal for questions, including with the assistance of a nurse practitioner.
    • Provides feedback on technology.
  • Ensure patients feel known well
    • Ensure panel is open to any individual, regardless of their current health status and comorbidities.
    • Listen to the aspirations of the patient and ensure care is tailored to the patient’s unique health journey.
    • Provide an environment in which patients feel comfortable and free from judgment.
    • Offer exceptional encouragement as patients reach their goals.
    • Coordinate across the collaborative care team
    • Escalate any clinical concerns to Chief Medical Officer.
    • Raise ideas and feedback about technology to leadership team.
    • Provide clinical guidance to medical assistants if necessary.
    • Collaborate with NPs/PAs to ensure follow-up is as appropriate.
  • Stay current with licensure and appropriate re-certifications.

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven organization that is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of patients. If you are an ambitious and experienced design leader who is passionate about transforming healthcare and creating meaningful change, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic team. Interested in joining us? Please send us a note at hiring@knownwell.health

knownwell, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Posted on: February 21, 2024

Meet knownwell, weight-inclusive healthcare for all. Join a dynamic company that is changing the way care is delivered for patients with obesity. knownwell is a weight-inclusive healthcare company offering metabolic health services, primary care, nutrition counseling and behavioral health services for anyone of any size. Our hybrid model allows for both in-clinic and virtual care to bring support to patients where and when they need it. To learn more about our recent Series A funding, led by Andreessen Horowitz, please check out this article.

As a primary care physician at knownwell, you will work alongside a team of committed physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, registered nurses, dietitians, and behavioral health clinicians to provide comprehensive medical care, with a specific focus on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of obesity-related conditions as appropriate. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of patients by helping them achieve sustainable weight management – should that also be a goal of the patient’s – and improve their overall health.

Position: Hybrid, on-site and remote.

Location: Needham, MA 02492

Schedule: Monday- Friday with flexible scheduling, 32 patient contact hours minimum.

EMR: Athena

On-Call: Rotation with initial triage performed by nurses.

Requirements:

  • You have a medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
  • You have an unrestricted Massachusetts license or willingness to obtain.
  • You are board certified/board eligible in family medicine or internal medicine and pediatrics.
  • You have an ABOM board certification or willingness to obtain. Fellowship preferred.
  • You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • You’re dedicated to staying current with the latest developments in obesity medicine and primary care.
  • You believe in inclusive, compassionate care.
  • You believe in shared decision making with a patient. You honor the goals a patient has for their health, and you partner with them to help them achieve those goals.
  • You have high emotional intelligence and know how to make a patient feel at ease – without judgment and without shame.
  • You’re willing and excited to try new technologies that are both patient and provider oriented.
  • You are excited to work with a collaborative team of physicians, APP’s, health coaches, and other staff.
  • We are unable to sponsor visas currently, so you are authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities:

  • Practice exceptional medicine within knownwell
    • Sees adults for primary care, often with a focus on metabolic health. Sees pediatric patients only for metabolic health.
    • Embodies the knownwell mission and values of patient inclusivity in how you deliver care.
    • Coordinates with the broader care team to ensure the patient has the support they need .
    • Documents as necessary to ensure accurate billing.
    • Communicates with patients in a timely matter through our portal for questions, including with the assistance of a nurse practitioner.
    • Provides feedback on technology.
  • Ensure patients feel known well
  • Ensure panel is open to any individual, regardless of their current health status and comorbidities.
  • Listen to the aspirations of the patient and ensure care is tailored to the patient’s unique health journey.
  • Provide an environment in which patients feel comfortable and free from judgment.
  • Offer exceptional encouragement as patients reach their goals.
  • Coordinate across the collaborative care team
    • Escalate any clinical concerns to Chief Medical Officer.
    • Raise ideas and feedback about technology to leadership team.
    • Provide clinical guidance to medical assistants if necessary.
    • Collaborate with NPs/PAs to ensure follow-up is as appropriate.
  • Stay current with licensure and appropriate re-certifications.

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven organization that is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of patients. If you are an ambitious and experienced design leader who is passionate about transforming healthcare and creating meaningful change, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic team. Interested in joining us? Please send us a note at hiring@knownwell.health

knownwell, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Posted on: February 13, 2024

We are seeking a driven, self-motivated medical professional with a dynamic personality who requires minimal supervision to join our team as a Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant. Candidates must be passionate about helping others, dependable, hard workers with outstanding work ethic and interested in professional growth and development.

A Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant at a Medi-Weightloss® location is responsible for medically evaluating and managing patients that are seeking care at a Medi-Weightloss® clinic. While working under the supervision of the clinic’s Medical Director, through a collaborative agreement, they provide care to their patients according to Medi-Weightloss® Guidelines and best practices. The Practitioner also works under direct supervision of the Operations Manager for daily procedures to include company administrative, operational, and human resource policies and procedures. The environment is fast-paced, and the position is multifaceted. There are no “on-call” requirements, however, an occasional telephone call from the clinic staff may be required.

Essential Job Functions

  • Ensures that each patient receives outstanding service by providing a friendly environment, maintaining outstanding standards, solid product & program knowledge, and all other aspects of customer service
  • Conducts patient calls to include care calls, progress/patient concerns, and lab results
  • Obtains and reviews patient’s medical and psychosocial history information relevant to patient care
  • Conducts physical examinations; orders/reviews laboratory results & diagnostic procedures (including EKG, metabolic testing, etc.) per Medi-Weightloss® Provider Guidelines
  • Documents patient progress notes in the patients EMR chart per Medi-Weightloss® and insurance carrier guidelines (if applicable)
  • Assumes responsibility for prescribing and/or dispensing FDA approved appetite suppressants according to state and federal guidelines
  • Maintains all required documentation for patient care and medication management
  • Review patient’s progress and manages patient care accordingly
  • Facilitates referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities as necessary and will communicate with collaborating physician and/or specialist regarding patient care
  • Stays in contact with clinic’s Medical Director and Corporate Medical Affairs team regarding the implementation of patient care policies and other general clinic policies and procedures
  • Follows Medical Director requirements for chart review per Collaborative Agreement and per state/carrier guidelines
  • Participates in and assists with interviewing, hiring, and evaluation of clinic personnel.
  • Conducts consultations and Initial Assessments with patients regarding the Medi-Weightloss® program(s)
  • Adheres to and remains current on all professional licensure requirements (state/federal)
  • Adheres to and remains current on all Medi-Weightloss® program System Standards

Non-essential Job Functions

  • Participates in clinic marketing efforts and provides ongoing support to promote clinic profitability & success
  • Provides training to clinical and non-clinical staff as needed
  • Performs other clinical duties as required
  • Adhere to all operational guidelines including but not limited to HIPAA, OSHA, and clinic specific requirements
  • Participates in required initial training as well as refresher training as requested by management. Trainings may be by means of Regional Trainings, Onsite Support by Corporate Office, Boot camps, and eLearning

Other Skills/Abilities

  • Motivational counseling/advising skills
  • Must be able to multi-task, apply critical thinking skills, and provide highest level of customer service
  • Outstanding interpersonal/human relations skills
  • Must demonstrate excellent communication skills both oral and written
  • Ability to maintain strict patient confidentiality
  • Ability to work as part of the clinic team and corporate structure

Preferences

  • Experience in weight management and wellness

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

  • Pay:$50-60/hour

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Malpractice insurance
  • Paid time off

Standard shift:

  • Day shift

Work setting:

  • On site at clinic location
  • Mostly in-person

License/Certification:

  • Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • PA-C
  • DEA license
  • Prescriptive licensure

Please email resume to wboots@mediweightlossclinics.com

Posted on: February 5, 2024

 Looking for serious interested buyer for well established medical weight loss, hormone replacement therapy and Medi-spa practice in greater Houston area.

Send email expressing interest to Grace@drrichardson.com. Include all of your pertinent contact information including phone, address and personal email. You will then receive a NDA which should be submitted before additional information is given.

Posted on: February 1, 2024

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