Medical Weight Management NP

Allina Health; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 138,000 - 162,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Job summary

Allina Health is seeking a part-time (0.4 FTE) Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for Weight Management. The role involves providing clinical care to patients, both in-person and via telehealth, across a large Minnesota program with a collaborative team of surgeons, physicians, dietitians and nurses.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and education, with duties expanding to program development and coordination with external agencies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing or physician assistant program.
• 1-2 years experience in a primary or specialty clinic setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical care for patients as part of a physician/nurse team.
• Completes comprehensive patient assessments and determines diagnosis and treatment.
• Orders and interprets diagnostics with attending physician; prescribes medications, treatments and equipment.
• Educates patients and collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team to manage chronic illness.
• Participates in program development and liaison with outside agencies as needed.

Skills

Clinical care

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

Master's degree - Nurse Practitioner or PA program

Job description

Location Address: 2925 Chicago Ave Loading Dock Minneapolis, MN 55407-1321Date Posted: October 26, 2026Department: 62825601 AHG Weight ManagementShift: Day (United States of America)Shift Length: 8 hour shiftHours Per Week: 16Union Contract: Non-Union-NCTWeekend Rotation: None

Job Summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details

• This .4 FTE APP position is for Weight Management
• Remote 8 hour weekend day shifts
• No call

Come work with a highly collaborative team that supports people suffering from overweight and obesity. This position supports both medical and surgical weight loss programs. Patients are seen both in person and through virtual visits. We have the largest program in Minnesota with 3 surgeons, 2 physicians, 22 mid-level providers, and 17 dietitians. Work is supported by an awesome team of nurses and medical assistants.

Why work for Weight Management?

• Great team communication and collaboration across all 10 locations
• Competitive benefits and PTO
• Organized and well-run clinic and program
• Regular provider meetings to create an inclusive environment and standardized program
• Good work life balance

Job Description

Provides help with all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments and consultations as part of a physician/nurse team in accordance with the designated specialty. Works in both inpatient and outpatient situations and can perform independently or as part of a treatment team. Serves as an educator, case manager, consultant to staff and multidisciplinary health care team.

Principle Responsibilities

• Provides clinical care for patients
• Completes comprehensive patient assessments.
• Determines diagnosis and treatment of illness.
• Orders and interprets medical diagnostics in tandem with attending physician.
• Prescribes medications, treatments, therapy and medical equipment.
• Conducts patient education when working to manage chronic illness or wellness care.
• Refers for specialty care when determined.
• Consults with physician when patient needs outside of Nurse Practitioner scope of practice, diagnosis or treatment plan is unclear.
• Participates in health care team
• Promotes communication within the team and other interdisciplinary health care staff.
• Acts as resource to members of the team.
• Works with primary care team for program development.
• Acts as liaison with outside agencies as needed.
• Collaborates with hospital staff by consulting and rounding on patients if designated by the specialty.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree - Completion of accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program
• Minimum 1- 2 years experience in a primary or specialty clinic setting

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse - MN Board of Nursing required upon hire or Physician Assistant equivalent
• Certified Nurse Practitioner - American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) certification within specialty or Physician Assistant equivalent required upon hire
• Certified Nurse Practitioner - MN Board of Nursing required upon hire
• ACLS-BLS Tier 2 - Multisource required within 180 Days
• Drug Enforcement Administration required upon hire
• Valid Driver's License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver's license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment for those working in Complex Care for Seniors, Community Palliative Care and Hospice

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*:* Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range Pay Range: $137,530 to $162,074 per yearThe pay described reflects the starting base pay range, assuming a full-time FTE. Your starting rate will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable).Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.Benefit SummaryAllina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
• Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.