Bariatric Medicine Physician Assistant / Nurse ...
Baptist Health - Jacksonville, FL
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Baptist Health is eager to welcome a compassionate and driven Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to our expanding Obesity Medicine & Bariatric Weight Loss Program in Jacksonville, Florida. This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to evidence-based and patient-centered obesity care, guiding patients through medical weight management, lifestyle changes, and bariatric surgery options. Position Highlights: Engage in outpatient bariatric and obesity medicine practice Enjoy a day shift schedule that promotes a healthy work-life balance Work collaboratively within a team-based care model Utilize both in-person and telemedicine visits to enhance patient care Be part of a growing program with the chance to influence care pathways Responsibilities: Deliver comprehensive obesity medicine care, focusing on medical weight management and lifestyle interventions Conduct thorough patient evaluations, including weight history, comorbidities, and barriers to weight loss Collaborate effectively with dietitians, wellness coaches, and behavioral health specialists Manage obesity-related health conditions and optimize medications for weight loss support Assist patients preparing for bariatric surgery through education and pre-surgical preparations Provide ongoing follow-up care for post-bariatric surgery patients, including strategies for managing weight regain Engage in initiatives to enhance the program and improve surgical outcomes while reducing risks Ideal Candidate: Exhibits a patient-centered, compassionate, and team-oriented approach Recognizes obesity as a chronic and complex medical condition Is passionate about obesity medicine and committed to continual professional growth Thrives in a dynamic and evolving clinical setting Qualifications: Master's degree required (DNP preferred for NPs) Must be a certified and licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (PA-C) New graduates are welcome (less than 1 year of experience accepted) Practice Location: Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville Downtown Jacksonville, Florida About Baptist Health: Baptist Health is the preferred healthcare system in Northeast Florida, offering advanced medical technology and nationally recognized specialty care, along with a strong commitment to community health. Our system includes Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Wolfson Children's Hospital, and various hospitals and outpatient locations across the region. If you are passionate about making a meaningful, long-term impact on patients' lives through obesity medicine, we invite you to connect with us.
Created: 2026-03-10