Lifestyle Health Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Londonderry, VT

7d•$133,120 - $215,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Lahey Clinic, a member of Beth Israel Lahey Health, as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Lifestyle Health. The interdisciplinary team (consisting of physicians, advanced practice providers, behavioral health providers, and registered dieticians) uses a collaborative approach to develop a health and wellness plan for adult patients. Our approach includes comprehensive medical evaluation, nutritional counseling, and behavioral consults. The Lifestyle Health Membership provides patients with access to a wide range of educational programs, cooking demos, recipes, and more.

Requirements

Commitment in managing the physical, emotional, and social impact of patients navigating weight loss interventions.
PA or NP certification
DEA license
MCSR
BLS certification required

Nice To Haves

Experience in nutrition, obesity medicine and family medicine is a plus
Experience using EPIC is preferred

Responsibilities

Prescribe and manage medication within the scope of practice of the supervising physician per licensure.
Communicate relevant data via timely written documentation in the electronic medical record.
Provide patient education regarding weight loss medications.
Provide education and counseling to patients for healthy lifestyle and behavior change with an emphasis on healthy eating, regular exercise and consistent follow up with members of the interdisciplinary team.
Consult with collaborating physicians on cases of concern.
Delegate tasks to support staff within an appropriate scope of practice.
Participate in regularly scheduled meetings with members of the interdisciplinary team.
Participate in ongoing education programs and continue professional development through organizational and community resources, conferences, and workshops.
Complete annual mandatory education.
Maintain courteous and professional interactions with all staff and patients.