NP/PA - Weight Management - Duluth, MN

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); Híbrido; USD 110.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN invites an experienced NP/PA to join its Medical Weight Management team. The role includes in-person and virtual visits, developing individualized weight-management plans, and coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team to support obesity care.

The ideal candidate will have strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a patient-centered approach. Hybrid and potential evening/weekend shifts are mentioned, with a focus on expanding weight loss

Formación

• Experience in obesity medicine or related specialty is preferred.
• Ability to assess patients and develop individualized weight-management plans.
• Excellent communication and patient-centered care.

Responsabilidades

• Provide evidence-based evaluation and treatment for overweight and obesity-related conditions.
• Prescribe and monitor anti-obesity medications when appropriate.
• Coordinate care with primary care providers, specialists, and dietitians.

Descripción del empleo

Utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills, works independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. Provides health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention. They may care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted in age-related category and area of expertise.NP/PA - Medical Weight Management - Duluth, MN1.0 FTEPRACTICE SPECIFICS:We are seeking an experienced and compassionate advanced practice provider to join our Medical Weight Management team in Duluth, MN. This role will provide comprehensive, evidence-based evaluation and treatment for patients affected by overweight, obesity, and obesity-related medical conditions.Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the NP/PA will assess patients, develop individualized weight-management plans, prescribe and monitor anti-obesity medications when appropriate, support sustainable lifestyle changes and coordinate care with primary care providers, specialists, behavioral health professionals, registered dietitians and bariatric surgery services.The NP/PA will be responsible for caring for patients through in-person and virtual visits, attending to in basket messages, lab results and Rx requests daily.The ideal candidate will exhibit strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills and a patient-centered approach to obesity care.We are seeking a team member with interest in innovation, models of care development and assisting in expanding weight loss services throughout Essentia Health’s geographical footprint.PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:Obesity Medicine Association Fundamentals of Obesity Treatment, completed within 1 yearMinimum of 1 year experience in obesity medicine, endocrinology, primary care, internal medicine, family medicine, bariatric medicine or a related specialtyANTICIPATED SCHEDULE:Core Schedule: Monday-Friday, daytime hoursOpportunities for evenings and weekendsHybrid and virtual work potential if patient demand warrant*Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation.Search or apply online at www.essentiahealth.org/careersAlissa Notenberg, Physician and Advanced Practice RecruiterEmail: [e-mail] Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status.NP:Current licensure as a registered nurse in appropriate state.Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in appropriate state.Current certification in CPR.National certification in applicable area.Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practicePA:Current licensure as a physician assistant in appropriate state.Current certification in CPR.National certification.Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practiceBuilding F - Duluth Clinic - 3rd StreetEmployee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].