Licensed NP or PA – Cardiometabolic Weight Loss Program

Salary Range | $95,000 - $125,000 (depending on experience)

Work Schedule | 4x10 or 5x8 schedule; must be available 4–5 days per week Availability: Open to working at least one weekend day

Classification | Full-Time - Exempt

Benefits | Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/401K/PTO/Sick Leave/STD/LTD/Annual Training Budget/$100 monthly mobile or internet stipend

About Wellness Homes of Chicago

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.

Current Openings

1 FT Provider: Assigned to Halsted.

1 FT Provider: Assigned to Back of the Yards (BOY).

1 FT Float: Covering Halsted, BOY, and weekend clinics.

Position Summary

This role requires someone who is deeply empathetic and humanistic, and enjoys 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, medical assistants, clinical guides, pharmacists, and pharmacy techs, to deliver holistic, patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

Assessment: Conducting focused assessments of patients with obesity conditions that impact cardiometabolic health.

Treatment Planning: Formulating accurate diagnoses and developing individualized treatment plans for patients with obesity and cardiometabolic conditions.

Diagnostics: Ordering diagnostics, interpreting labs and imaging data, and developing treatment plans in collaboration with the specialty care clinic team.

Weight Loss Protocols: Implementing Dr. MO's 20N8 Weight Loss Plan while improving Cardiometabolic markers.

Chronic Care Management: Helping patients manage diabetes and providing diabetes education.

Risk Mitigation: Mitigating the risk of obesity and cardiometabolic conditions by proactively managing medication adherence and identifying possible contraindications.

Research & Support: Assisting with the management of the Center's Obesity and Cardiometabolic Clinical Research endeavors.

Clinical Advice: Serving as the clinical advisor and providing clinical escalation support for specialty clinic staff and other teams during business hours.

Required Licensure and Certification

Education: Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing or Physician Associate specializing in obesity, endocrinology, primary care, or cardiovascular care.

Licensure: An active and clear Illinois RN, APRN, or PA license.

Certification: Active BLS is required at the time of hire and must be maintained while employed.

Experience: 1+ years of experience is required. Experience in endocrinology or a subspecialty with a heavy focus on obesity, hypertension, and lipid management is highly valued.

Technology: Proficiency in using telehealth technology and EMR systems (eClinicalWorks preferred).

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Direct reports

None.

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.

About Wellness Homes of Chicago

At Wellness Homes of Chicago, our purpose is to foster vibrant well-being within our diverse community. We are dedicated to providing inclusive, affirming, and community-focused wellness services for everyone in Chicago, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, or background. We believe that by focusing on proactive well-being, we can empower individuals to thrive and collectively build a healthier Chicago, together.