Full Job Description
Wellness Homes of Chicago is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Associate (PA) with a passion for obesity, weight management and cardiometabolic preventive care.
We are looking for an APRN or PA with 1+ years of experience and a desire to learn and a passion for making healthcare better. You should have a strong clinical and non-clinical judgment, be thorough, and take the time to address the specific needs of each individual patient. This role requires someone who is deeply empathetic and humanistic, and enjoy working in a fast-paced, high-energy organization.
In this role, you will provide world-class care to patients with obesity, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, and coronary artery disease. You will also collaborate with the Care Team, including physicians, APRNs, medical assistants, clinical guides, pharmacists, and pharmacy techs, to deliver holistic, patient-centered care.
We currently have three local Chicago offices so the APRN/PA must be flexible and willing to travel between the Lincoln Park/Lakeview and Bridgeport neighborhoods and be available at least 3-5 days per week (with some weekend availability).
Responsibilities of the position include:
- Conducting focused assessments of patients with obesity conditions that impact cardiometabolic health.
- Ordering diagnostics, interpreting labs and imaging data, and developing treatment plans in collaboration with the specialty care clinic team.
- Assisting with the management of the Center’s Obesity and Cardiometabolic Clinical Research endeavors.
- Helping patients manage diabetes and providing diabetes education.
- Implementing Dr. MO’s 20N8 Weight Loss Plan while improving Cardiometabolic markers.
- Formulating accurate diagnoses and developing individualized treatment plans for patients with obesity and cardiometabolic conditions.
- Mitigating the risk of obesity and cardiometabolic conditions by proactively managing medication adherence.
- Identifying and evaluating risk factors, comorbidities, and possible contraindications for treatment.
- Providing counseling on medication adherence and potential side effects.
- Collaborating closely with other members of the care team, including PCPs, endocrinologists, cardiologists, and other Devoted team members.
- Serving as the clinical advisor and providing clinical escalation support for specialty clinic staff and other teams during business hours.
Required Licensure and Certification:
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing or Physician Associate specializing in obesity, endocrinology, primary care, or cardiovascular care.
- An active and clear Illinois RN, APRN, or PA license.
- Active BLS is required at the time of hire and must be maintained while employed.
Desired skills and experience:
- APRN or PA with 1-year experience.
- Experience in endocrinology or recent clinical rotation in primary, endocrinology care or a subspecialty with a heavy focus on obesity, hypertension, and lipid management, nephrology, endocrinology, or primary care.
- Proficiency in using telehealth technology and EMR systems (eClinicalWorks preferred).
- Virtual care experience and a strong desire to continue practicing clinical nursing and performing virtual visits are preferred.
Our Total Rewards package includes:
- Employer-sponsored health, dental, vision, and short-term and long-term disability and vision plans
- Generous PTO/sick leave policies
- $100 monthly mobile or internet stipend
- 401K
- Annual training budget
Wellness Homes of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, uniform service, protected veteran status or disability, or any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law with respect to employment opportunities.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $95,000.00 – $125,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Endocrinology
- Internal Medicine
- Primary Care
Work Location: In person
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