Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Bariatric Surgery OR & Clinic

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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Bariatric Surgery OR & Clinic

Location: The Better Weigh Center / Metabolic and Bariatric Affiliates / Better Way Wellness5826 Esplanade Dr. #102, Corpus Christi, TX 78414

Job Type: Full-time, In-person

About Us

We are three companies with a singular mission—helping Corpus Christi’s families unlock healthier, happier lives through advanced bariatric and wellness care. Our tight-knit team, led by Dr. Lloyd Stegemann, believes every patient deserves time, empathy, and a partner for their transformation. If your motivation for pursuing a career in medicine was to help people, this is the opportunity to make a genuine difference in the health of South Texas.

Position Overview

We’re seeking a mature, motivated Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) who’s driven by patient outcomes, lifelong learning, and teamwork.OR experience is a plus, but we’ll train the right candidate with the right heart.You will assist in the operating room, conduct hospital rounds, and along with a second clinic based physician extender, provide post-operative clinic care to bariatric surgery patients—no medical weight loss responsibilities are expected.

Responsibilities

· Surgery Support (Mon/Tues):

· Assist the operating surgeon during robotic bariatric procedures. Robotic experience is valued, but not required.

· Hospital Rounding (Mon–Fri):

· Conduct rounds with the surgeon for post-op patients and new consults from the ER or hospitalist team.

· Clinic Care (Wed–Fri, 9am–5pm):

· Care for post-op bariatric surgery patients using well-established protocols.

· Gather and review patient histories, labs, radiology, and clinical data.

· Document all patient encounters and communications.

· Review outpatient results, provide summaries to patients, prescribe basic nutritional supplements, and take action with surgeon input.

· Program & Team Involvement:

· Actively participate in program development, patient education, and community events.

· Support front office function and performance.

· Represent the practice at local events, conferences, and outreach.

What We’re Looking For

· Licensed as an NP or PA in Texas (or eligible)

· Team-oriented, but able to excel independently

· Strong, engaging communicator with a non-judgmental approach to patients with obesity

· Motivated to learn and grow; experience in surgery/robotics is a plus, not a must

Why Join Better Weigh Center?

· Competitive Salary: $120,000–$200,000/year based on experience, plus bonus opportunities

· Benefits:

· 401(k) with employer match (up to 3%)

· Health insurance (significant practice subsidy)

· Dental and vision insurance available

· Malpractice insurance covered

· 3 weeks paid vacation, 3 days paid sick leave

· One paid CME meeting per year

· Work-Life Balance: Predictable hours, no overnight call

· Growth: Ongoing mentorship, CME support, and a culture of learning

· Impact: Help transform lives in a community that needs you—where your compassion matters

Ready to bring your skills and heart to a place where you’ll be valued?Apply today and join our mission to serve Corpus Christi with empathy and excellence.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 – $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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