Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant -- Bariatrics

Phelps Health; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed base salary

Generous Paid Time Off

401K with employer match

Comprehensive Benefits

Job summary

Phelps Health in Rolla, MO is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the Bariatrics team, collaborating with surgeons, dietitians, and clinic staff across inpatient and operating room settings. You will evaluate candidates for bariatric surgery, coordinate preoperative clearances, and educate patients on procedures and lifestyle changes.

The role emphasizes long-term weight management, comorbidity care, and leadership opportunities within a supportive rural health system.

Qualifications

• Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with Bariatrics experience preferred.
• Ability to manage perioperative care and coordinate with surgeons, dietitians, and nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate bariatric patients for surgery including histories and physicals.
• Order and interpret preoperative labs and imaging; coordinate clearances and insurance documentation.
• Educate patients on procedures, preoperative diet, and lifestyle changes; obtain informed consent.
• Round on inpatients; manage postoperative care, wound issues, and complications.
• Provide long-term follow-up including weight management and vitamin monitoring.
• Assist in operating room and perform credentialed bedside and clinic procedures.

Education

Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant credential

Job description

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant -- BariatricsWe use cookies to make the safest and most effective website possible.# Careers## Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant -- BariatricsApply: Phelps Health Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: JR104289**Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri.**No matter where you start with us, we’re committed to taking our team to the top. If you’re ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family.We’re seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant--Bariatrics who shares our ***C.A.R.E.S.***values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Service. **Position Summary:**The Bariatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant cares for bariatric patients, working with surgeons, dietitians, and others in clinic, inpatient units, and the operating room settings.* Evaluate candidates for bariatric surgery, including histories, physicals, and obesity-related conditions* Order and interpret preoperative labs, imaging, and screening; coordinate clearances and insurance documentation* Educate patients on procedures, preoperative diet, and lifestyle changes, and obtain informed consent* Round on inpatients and manage postoperative care, pain, wounds, and complications such as leaks or strictures* Provide long-term follow-up: weight loss, nutrition, vitamin and mineral monitoring, and medication adjustments* Manage comorbidities such as diabetes, hypertension, and sleep apnea as they change after surgery* Assist in the operating room and perform credentialed bedside and clinic procedures* Document accurately, and support program quality and accreditation data **Location:*** This is a full-time position based at the Phelps Health Hospital in Rolla, Missouri. **Position Benefits:*** Guaranteed base salary for three years, plus wRVU incentives* Generous Paid Time Off* 401K with employer match* Comprehensive Benefits **Our Competitive Edge:*** Supportive organization with team-oriented staff* Access to state-of-the-art equipment with an organization dedicated to reinvesting in high-quality care; use of Epic EMR, DAX Copilot, etc.* Hospital-attached clinics in a system that values its employees and work-life balance* Opportunities for leadership and employer-paid professional development* High-demand service in rural South-Central Missouri **Location Highlights:*** Endless outdoor activities, fine dining, and more in the breathtaking Ozarks, with nearby Mark Twain National Forest* Low cost of living, top-rated public schools, and a low crime rate for family-friendly living* Close proximity to Missouri S&T, Missouri’s No.1 Public University for ROI (Georgetown’s Center on Education)* Welcoming atmosphere with big-city amenities, just 90 minutes from St. Louis Join us at Phelps Health and elevate your career while enjoying the beauty and community spirit of Rolla, Missouri!*At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself! Apply now to join us on our mission in health care.*