Pysician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Physician Assistant Reports to: Medical Director Position Overview: Physician Assistant plays a vital role in tackling obesity challenges and ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Reporting to the Medical Director, this position emphasizes evidence-based medical care, preventive medicine, and compassionate, patient-centered services. Essential Job Functions: • Obtain and review patient medical and psychosocial histories relevant to patient care. • Conduct physical examinations in line with company guidelines. • Order and review laboratory results, diagnostic procedures, and ECGs as required for optimal patient care. • Provide preventive medicine counseling, program guidance, and education on products and supplements to maximize the safety and efficacy of our program. • Adhere to prescription guidelines as per the collaborative agreement with the supervising physician. • Review patient progress and manage patient care accordingly. • Maintain all required documentation for patient care and medication management in the EMR, according to company standards. • Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities, consulting as needed to ensure continuity of care. • Conduct follow-up calls to patients to discuss progress and address concerns. • Demonstrate personal learning and resourcefulness, seeking opportunities to enhance clinical knowledge and stay current on new healthcare industry developments. Non-Essential Job Functions: • Review Weight Tracker Report, Slipping Patients’ Report, assigned Key Performance Indicators (KPI), and other relevant clinical reports weekly to provide oversight and guidance to clinical staff. • Serve as the company liaison for medical and clinical affairs at the location(s). • Participate in ongoing training initiatives and act as the in-house trainer for medical staff. • Seek opportunities to improve franchise clinical operations' efficiency, effectiveness, and capacity. • Develop strategic recommendations to support patient experience improvement initiatives. • Participate in the launch of new programs, services, and products, leading change effectively among clinic staff. • Demonstrate strong project management skills and effectively develop and monitor project work plans. • Maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team. • Model company values of collaboration, trust, innovation, and patient care. Requirement: • Physician Assistant License (Required) • DEA Certification (Preferred) • Formal IV Training (Preferred) • Previous credentialing with major insurance carriers (Preferred) • Bilingual in Spanish (Preferred) • Knowledge of Exercise Physiology (Preferred) • Sales and marketing experience (Preferred) • Management and leadership experience (Preferred) • Experience with Hormone Replacement Therapy (Preferred) Other Skills/Abilities: • Strong motivational counseling and advising skills • Excellent interpersonal and human relations skills • Ability to multi-task, apply critical thinking, and deliver top-tier customer service at all levels of operation • Exceptional oral and written communication skills • Ability to maintain confidentiality