NP/PA - Weight Management - Duluth, MN

About the role

Building Location: Building F - Duluth Clinic - 3rd Street

Department: 2901910 WEIGHT MANAGEMENT - EH DC

About the role

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.

Education Qualifications

Np/pa

• Medical Weight Management - Duluth, MN
• 1.0 FTE

Practice 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 year
• Minimum of 1 year experience in obesity medicine, endocrinology, primary care, internal medicine, family medicine, bariatric medicine or a related specialty

Anticipated Schedule

• Core Schedule: Monday-Friday, daytime hours
• Opportunities for evenings and weekends
• Hybrid and virtual work potential if patient demand warrant

Additional information

*Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

• 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 practice
• PA: Current licensure as a physician assistant in appropriate state.
• Current certification in CPR.
• National certification.
• FTE: 1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)

Weekends

• Holidays: No
• Call Obligation: No

Compensation Range

$119,433.60 - $167,211.20

Employee 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.

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