What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at Medi-Weightloss?
Position: Nurse Practitioner
Reports to: Clinic’s Medical Director, Franchisee
We are seeking a driven, self-motivated medical professional with a dynamic personality who requires minimal supervision to join our team as a Nurse Practitioner. Candidates must be passionate about helping others, dependable, hard workers with outstanding work ethic and interested in professional growth and development.
A Nurse Practitioner at a Medi-Weightloss® location is responsible for medically evaluating and managing patients that are seeking care at a Medi-Weightloss® clinic. While working under the supervision of the clinic’s Medical Director, through a collaborative agreement, they provide care to their patients according to Medi-Weightloss® Guidelines and best practices. The Practitioner also works under direct supervision of the Operations Manager for daily procedures to include company administrative, operational, and human resource policies and procedures. The environment is fast-paced, and the position is multifaceted. There are no “on-call” requirements, however, an occasional telephone call from the clinic staff may be required.
At Medi-Weightloss®, we strive to offer the best patient experience possible. Practitioners in our Clinic must have a patient first mindset, with an emphasis on patient care and experiences.
Essential Job Functions
- Ensures that each patient receives outstanding service by providing a friendly environment, maintaining outstanding standards, solid product & program knowledge, and all other aspects of customer service
- Conducts patient calls to include care calls, progress/patient concerns, and lab results
- Obtains and reviews patient’s medical and psychosocial history information relevant to patient care
- Conducts physical examinations; orders/reviews laboratory results & diagnostic procedures (including EKG, metabolic testing, etc.) per Medi-Weightloss® Provider Guidelines
- Documents patient progress notes in the patients EMR chart per Medi-Weightloss® and insurance carrier guidelines (if applicable)
- Assumes responsibility for prescribing and/or dispensing FDA approved appetite suppressants according to state and federal guidelines
- Maintains all required documentation for patient care and medication management
- Review patient’s progress and manages patient care accordingly
- Facilitates referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities as necessary and will communicate with collaborating physician and/or specialist regarding patient care
- Stays in contact with clinic’s Medical Director and Corporate Medical Affairs team regarding the implementation of patient care policies and other general clinic policies and procedures
- Follows Medical Director requirements for chart review per Collaborative Agreement and per state/carrier guidelines
- Participates in and assists with interviewing, hiring, and evaluation of clinic personnel.
- Conducts consultations and Initial Assessments with patients regarding the Medi-Weightloss® program(s)
- Adheres to and remains current on all professional licensure requirements (state/federal)
- Adheres to and remains current on all Medi-Weightloss® program System Standards
Non-essential Job Functions:
- Participates in clinic marketing efforts and provides ongoing support to promote clinic profitability & success
- Provides training to clinical and non-clinical staff as needed
- Performs other clinical duties as required
- Adhere to all operational guidelines including but not limited to HIPAA, OSHA, and clinic specific requirements
- Participates in required initial training as well as refresher training as requested by management. Trainings may be by means of Regional Trainings, Onsite Support by Corporate Office, Boot camps, and eLearning
Other Skills/Abilities:
- Motivational counseling/advising skills
- Must be able to multi-task, apply critical thinking skills, and provide highest level of customer service
- Outstanding interpersonal/human relations skills
- Must demonstrate excellent communication skills both oral and written
- Ability to maintain strict patient confidentiality
- Ability to work as part of the clinic team and corporate structure preferences
- Bilingual
- Experience in weight management and wellness
Job Types: Part-time, with growth into Full-time
Pay: $65/hour
Standard shift:
- Day shift
Work setting:
- On site at clinic location
- Mostly in-person with occasional telehealth
License/Certification:
- Certified Nurse Practitioner
- DEA license
- Prescriptive licensure
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $65.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 26 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
License/Certification:
- DEA Certification (Required)
- Certified Nurse Practitioner (Required)
License/Certification:
- DEA Certification (Required)
- Certified Nurse Practitioner (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65