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Weight Management and Obesity Medicine Physician
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, North Seattle and Downtown Seattle
Overview
Virginia Mason Center for Weight Management – Seattle/North End
Virginia Mason is seeking a Weight Management/Obesity Medicine Physician to join our team. This provider will work primarily at one of our North End regional medical centers with one day per week on our main campus in Seattle. There is some allowance for remote work as well. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in obesity and metabolic health management, certification through the American Board of Obesity Medicine or completion of an obesity medicine fellowship, and the ability to collaborate and program build with our bariatric surgeons.
Responsibilities
Diagnosis and multimodal treatment of patients with obesity and related metabolic disorders. This includes behavioral counseling/lifestyle coaching, pharmacotherapy, as well as care coordination with dieticians, bariatric surgeons, physical therapists, mental health providers, etc. Help manage patients with post-bariatric surgery metabolic issues such as weight regain, hypoglycemia, vitamin deficiencies, etc.
Provide full-time outpatient clinical care.
Participate in Center for Weight Management program development activities (e.g. MBSAQIP meetings, care conferences, growth/strategy meetings, etc).
Qualifications
At least 2 years of outpatient clinical experience or pending graduation from an obesity medicine fellowship. BE/BC in internal medicine, primary care, family medicine, or endocrinology.
Certification by American Board of Obesity Medicine (completed or pending)
Active Washington State medical license in good standing prior to start date.
Active DEA certification prior to start date.
Active BLS Certification.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience and/or interest in health services research is preferred but not required.
Proficiency with or ability to become proficient with the Cerner EMR.
About Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region. Our integrated health system has nearly 1,500 hospital beds including Bailey-Boushay House, the first skilled-nursing and outpatient chronic care management program in the United States designed specifically to meet the needs of people with HIV/AIDS; Benaroya Research Institute, internationally recognized for autoimmune disease research; and Virginia Mason Institute, a teaching organization which coaches health care professionals and others around the world in the Virginia Mason Production System, an innovative lean management method for improving quality and safety.
Contact Information:
Please apply online and/or contact Stephanie Collins-Russell, Senior Physician Recruiter at stephanie.collins-russell@commonspirit.org
Link to position:
https://providers.commonspirit.careers/job/seattle/weight-management-obesity-medicine-physician/36427/72544248784
Posted DATE 12/20/2024
Expires DATE 01/20/2025
Remote Bariatric Therapist Position
ATA, Virtual
We are a bariatric behavioral health program looking for part- or full-time therapists to join our team in supporting bariatric patients. Ideal candidates will have experience in eating disorders/disordered eating, depression, anxiety, and/or trauma. This is an independent contractor role, fully remote, and we welcome applications from therapists licensed in any state.
Flexible part- or full-time hours
100% remote
Full administrative support, including scheduling, credentialing, and billing
To Apply: Please email your resume/CV to drkatiduncan@atabariatrics.com or submit your name through our website at www.atabariatrics.com.
Contact Information:
drkatiduncan@atabariatrics.com
Posted DATE 12/20/2024
Expires DATE 03/20/2025
Bariatric Surgery- Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
Piedmont Columbus Regional Hospital, Columbus, GA
Advanced Practice Provider Inpatient/ Outpatient Surgical OR Bariatric Surgery
Piedmont Healthcare is recruiting for an Advanced Practice Provider to join the surgical service line team working at our Piedmont Columbus campus. This is a full-time position with varying call responsibilities.
In this role you will:
Perform first OR assist duties, as needed.
Rounding on patients in the hospital
Assist in management of post-operative and critically ill patients in the hospital
Evaluate post-operative patients in the office setting
Applies specialized skills and knowledge related to the care of patients in the CVOR, ICU, CCU and CVICU areas
Contributes to excellence in patient care, research, teaching, consulting and provides leadership to the organization
Piedmont Benefits:
Generous CME allowance
Competitive compensation
401k with match
EPIC
Qualifications:
Requirements
Masters, bachelors degree from an Accredited PA program and National Board Certification
–or–
Licensed as a Nurse and approved to practice as a NP by State of Georgia with National Certification
Contact Information:
Posted DATE 12/16/2024
Expires DATE 03/16/2025
Clinical Nutrition Specialist Lead
Tampa General Hospital, 5 Tampa General Cir, Tampa, FL 33606
Job Summary:
The Clinical Nutrition Specialist conducts assessments on nutritional status and manages the nutritional care process of patients at Tampa General Hospital (TGH) in a timely cost-effective manner. Serves as a “nutrition resource” to medical units, interdisciplinary team, and ambulatory care environment. Performs computer-related activities as required and executes job requirements in accordance with the mission, vision, and values established by TGH. Reports to the Assistant Director of Clinical Nutrition and Patient Services.
Qualifications –
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in food and nutrition or Dietetics from an institution with an accredited program is required. Current license as a Dietitian by the Florida Department of Professional Regulation and registration by the American Dietetic Association’s Council for Dietetic Registration is required. Master’s degree and/or certification in specialty area are preferred.
• Experience: Requires diplomacy and ability to interact with others, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Keeps abreast of new trends and developments in nutrition and utilizes this knowledge in current practice. Proficiency with multiple software applications such as: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Cbord and/or Computrition.
• Minimum of 5 years performing duties as a Clinical Dietitian in a dedicated area of nutrition at Tampa General Hospital. Holds a master’s degree in nutrition or nutrition related field. Satisfactorily maintains Specialist Certification in a dedicated aera of clinical service (e.g. CDCES, CNSC, CSO). Must have attained a minimum of Advance Level Practice Two (2) on Departmental Clinical Ladder. EPIC Super User. Sound communication skills (Verbal and written).
Contact Information:
Daniele Unger, Talent Acquisition Consultant dunger@tgh.org
Posted DATE 12/16/2024
Expires DATE 01/16/2025
Bariatric Surgery Fellow
West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV
West Virginia University has recently been approved to start a Bariatric Surgery Fellowship. We are currently interviewing (outside of the match) for a bariatric fellow to start August 2025. If you are interested in learning more about this position, please see the information below.
WVU Bariatric Surgery Fellowship Website:
https://medicine.wvu.edu/surgery/fellowships/bariatric-surgery-fellowship/
Fellowship Council Webpage (Program #1614)
https://www.fellowshipcouncil.org/directory-of-fellowships/display-listing/?match=1&pid=1614
Contact Information:
Marta Michalski
Program Manager
WVU Bariatric Fellowship Program
marta.michalski@wvumedicine.org
Posted DATE 12/13/2024
Expires DATE 03/13/2025
Research Fellowship Opportunity in Obesity, Bariatric Surgery, and Health Services Research
NYU Grossman School of Medicine, Bellevue Hospital Center | 462 1st Ave, New York NY
The Department of Surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine is pleased to announce a funded research fellowship starting in July 2025. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to study the rapidly evolving field of obesity management—both surgical and medical—from both clinical and economic perspectives.
The position is based at NYC Health+Hospitals/Bellevue Hospital, home to one of the highest-volume bariatric programs in the United States, with approximately 3,000 bariatric procedures performed annually as well as a robust medical weight loss program. The program also has strong ties to NYC Health+Hospitals and the NYU Langone Health system, which perform an additional 2,000 bariatric procedures annually.
Fellows receive mentorship from surgical faculty as well as the NYU Population Health Science Scholars Program, with support for a fully funded Master’s degree in Clinical Investigation (MSCI). While the center has a uniquely robust volume in bariatric surgery, interested fellows may also pursue projects in other fields, according to their interests.
Current research areas of emphasis include:
• Comparative effectiveness of bariatric surgery and anti-obesity medications
• Management of weight recurrence and bariatric complications
• Impact of health policy changes on surgical practice and outcomes
• Healthcare disparities among vulnerable populations, including Medicaid, uninsured, and limited English proficiency
• Optimizing bariatric surgery perioperative care pathways
Who Should Apply: This fellowship is ideal for surgical residents who are taking academic development years in the middle of their clinical training. However, we also welcome clinicians in other specialties and PhDs.
Position Details:
• Compensation: salary commensurate with training level and generous benefits
• Duration: two-year term preferred, one-year term negotiable
• Qualifications: MD, PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree
Responsibilities:
• Execute research projects from conception to publication, under the guidance of a faculty member
• Mentor medical students and other junior research team members
• Submit abstracts and deliver presentations at national meetings
• Extract EMR data, with the assistance of the analytic team
• Apply for research funding
• Participate in the NYU Population Health Science Scholars training program
Contact Information:
Karan R. Chhabra, MD MSc
Assistant Professor of Surgery and Population Health, NYU Grossman School of Medicine
Division of Bariatric and General Surgery, NYC Health+Hospitals/Bellevue
karan.chhabra@nyulangone.org
Posted DATE 12/09/2024
Expires DATE 03/09/2025
Bariatric/General Surgeon
Trinity Health Of New England, Springfield, Massachusetts
We put YOU FIRST because you put patients first.
Bariatric/General Surgeon opportunity in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Trinity Health Of New England—the region’s largest nonprofit health system—is seeking a BE/BC General Surgeon with fellowship training or proven experience and expertise in surgical weight management to join our dedicated team, full-time at Mercy Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving practice with immediate patient volume. Demonstrate your clinical, collaborative and consultative skills while performing weight-loss procedures, including da Vinci® robotic surgery, in the Pioneer Valley region’s premier MBSAQIP-certified hospital. Enjoy a 50% bariatric and 50% elective, broad-based practice that can be tailored to your interests and skill set. In our hospital and operating room, you will be supported by our highly trained surgical physician assistant team. You will share acute care coverage and call responsibilities with five other employed surgeons and have physician assistant support in your outpatient office and during overnight call. Minimum five years of experience is required for consideration.
Practicing in the Springfield, Massachusetts metro area puts you in the heart of New England. This small city environment of 700,000 residents offers a tremendous selection of welcoming neighborhoods in which to live, excellent public and private schools and colleges, great restaurants, shopping, music, museums and historical areas. The central New England location puts you within commutable distance from Hartford, Connecticut and in close proximity to New York City and Boston with easy access to dependable air and rail services.
As part of Trinity Health Of New England—the region’s largest nonprofit health system—you will experience a culture of provider collaboration. Our practice model empowers providers to work at their highest level, while allowing time for professional development and family life. If you are focused on providing outstanding patient-centered care, you will thrive within Trinity Health Of New England Medical Group.
To apply, please visit: https://www.jointrinityne.org/Opportunities/Opportunity/bariatricgeneral-surgeon?source=category
EEO/AA-M/F/D/V
Pre-employment drug screening
Contact Information:
To apply, please visit: https://www.jointrinityne.org/Opportunities/Opportunity/bariatricgeneral-surgeon?source=category
Posted DATE 12/09/2024
Expires DATE 01/09/2025
Obesity Medicine Physicians
Southern California Permanente Medical Group (Kaiser Permanente Southern California), Southern California
OBESITY MEDICINE PHYSICIANS
Full-time and part-time opportunities throughout Southern California
$75,000 Advance on Pay Bonus
PSLF Eligible
Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) is actively recruiting a Obesity Medicine Physicians to join our Kaiser Permanente teams in Southern California.
Highlights:
• Full-scope obesity medicine, including bariatric medicine, preventive care, and patient education
• Integrated team of doctors, APPs, dietitians, educators, LCSWs, exercise physiologists, and more
• 1/2 day paid education time per week (if full-time)
• Flexible schedule, no weekend or after-hour duties
• Manageable patient load
• Collaborative and supporting culture
• AI technology support for clinical documentation
• Grow professionally with ongoing learning opportunities and support for your goals.
• Be part of an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and ensures all voices are heard and valued
• Requirements: BC/BE in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Preventative Medicine and BC/BE in Obesity Medicine
SCPMG is proud to offer its physicians:
• An organization that serves the 4.9 million Kaiser Permanente members throughout Southern California for more than 70 years
• Excellent salary, comprehensive benefits, and partnership eligibility after 3 years
• Comprehensive administrative support
• A fully integrated electronic medical record system (EPIC) and AI technology support for clinical documentation
Salary range for full-time/part-time openings is $281,775.00 – $382,887,00. Potential premium earnings are up to $22,968.00. Salaries are inclusive of incentives depending on skills and competencies and geographic location. Potential premium earnings are based on location. Annual Salary is determined by longevity with the Group and full time equivalent (FTE) work schedule/effort.
We also have Per Diem Opportunities throughout Southern California. Per Diem hourly rates: up to $139.90/hour. Non-benefited, hourly positions, including malpractice insurance and tail coverage. Must have CA medical license and paid DEA certificate.
Contact Information:
For consideration or to apply, please visit our website at:
https://southerncalifornia.permanente.org/jobs/type/obesity-medicine
For questions or additional information, please contact Jolanta “Yola” Buschini at Jolanta.U.Buschini@kp.org or call/text (626) 460-9729.
Posted DATE 12/03/2024
Expires DATE 01/04/2025
Nurse Manager – Bariatric Surgery Program
University Hospitals of Cleveland, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH, 44106
-Leads the planning, implementation and evaluation of the nursing process.
-Promotes a positive patient experience and environment that supports family centered care reflective of the patient population.
-Builds and retains a talented and inspired workforce by developing, engaging and empowering personnel to fulfill their potential.
-Collaborates as an integrated team by sharing information, best practices and results openly through practice in a professional governance model.
-Contributes to and facilitates strategic program growth, development and organizational change.
-Accountable and responsible to the achievement of organizational and financial goals.
-Achieves quality outcomes through the utilization of a performance improvement process. Uses evidence based practice and research to guide patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration.
-Responsible for self-development and supports a learning environment.
-Demonstrates progressive leadership and effective management.
-Accountable for ensuring regulatory standards are maintained.
-Displays commitment to the mission, vision and values of the organization.
Qualifications
Education
(BSN) Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (Required) or
(MN) Master in Nursing (Required)
Work Experience
3+ years progressive clinical and management experience (Required)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Demonstrates skills in human relations, human & material resource management. (Required proficiency)
Evidence of ability to provide exceptional nursing leadership. (Required proficiency)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
-Demonstrates skills in human relations, human & material resource management. (Required proficiency)
-Evidence of ability to provide exceptional nursing leadership. (Required proficiency)
-Demonstrates the ability to facilitate change, excellent communication and organizational skills. (Required proficiency)
-Demonstrates a professional demeanor when responding to patients/customers. (Required proficiency)
-Able to handle high-pressure situations. (Required proficiency)
-Knowledge of current technology and equipment to meet patient and employee needs. (Required proficiency)
-PC and computer applications. (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License (Required) and
Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required)
Certification in clinical or leadership specialty (Required within 1 Year)
Contact Information:
Link to job posting: https://careers.uhhospitals.org/job/21245094/nurse-manager-bariatric-clinical-main-campus-cleveland-oh/
Posted DATE 01/27/2024
Expires DATE 01/26/2025
Physician – General Surgery – Bariatric
Bassett Healthcare Network, Cooperstown, New York
Job Title
Physician – General Surgery – Bariatric – Cooperstown, NY
Overview
Bassett Healthcare Network, a progressive, academic health system in central New York and major teaching affiliate of Columbia University, is seeking a General Surgeon with a focus on bariatric surgery to join a well-established program with a dedicated team of providers and caregivers.
Description
Bassett Healthcare Network is an integrated health care system that provides care and service to people living in an eight county region covering 5,600 square miles in Central New York. The organization includes five corporately affiliated hospitals, as well as skilled nursing facilities, community and school- based health centers, and health partners in related fields.
This is vibrant and sophisticated upstate community set in a bucolic lake front village affording four seasons of cultural and outdoor activity. An unparalleled and well-appointed community sports center.
Job Description & Responsibilities
• 50% Bariatric Surgery, 50% General Surgery focused on minimally invasive surgery and endoscopy
• 1:4 Bariatric call coverage
• General Surgery call coverage shared between 12 general surgeons – call coverage approximately 2 weeknights and 1 weekend day per month limited to Primary Hospital
• 180 Bed Primary Hospital with Level III Trauma Center
• Instant Referral Base provided by over 400 Network Clinicians
• Full Support Staff including PA’s with Surgical Residents and Medical Student Interaction
• Dedicated General Surgery Residency Program
• Columbia-Bassett Medical School – academic appointment available
• Ambulatory surgery, endoscopy, and clinic opportunities at several regional community hospitals
• State of the Art OR’s with one devoted to the Xi DaVinci Surgical System
• Two Xi DaVinchi Robots and teaching console
• EMR – EPIC
• Salary Range: $400-500K. This compensation range represents Bassett Healthcare’s good faith belief of the compensation range at the time of this posting or advertisement. Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards
• Productivity Bonuses available
• Sign-on Bonus up to $100,000
• Group Employed Model
Job Qualifications
• MD, DO or MBBS
• Board Eligible or Board Certified
• NYS Licensure
• BLS Certification Required
• DEA Required
Benefits
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off, including vacations and holidays
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Paid malpractice
• Retirement plan
• CME time and money
• Moving allowance
Bassett Medical Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability,
Contact Information:
For confidential consideration, please contact:
Colleen Donnelly, Medical Staff Recruitment
Phone: 607-547-6982; email: colleen.donnelly@bassett.org
or visit our web-site at www.experiencebassett.org
Posted DATE 11/25/2024
Expires DATE 02/23/2025
Obesity Medicine Specialist
Summa Health, Akron, OH
Summa Health is seeking a board certified/board eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine physician to join our employed physician group. The selected candidate must have a strong interest in obesity management and/or have a Certified Diplomate, American Board of Obesity Medicine or an obesity medicine fellowship preferred. The selected candidate will become a member of Summa Health Medical Group, a multi-specialty group practice of 400+ physicians employed by the Summa Health System.
Summa Health’s Weight Management Institute has provided weight loss surgical and non-surgical services since 2004. The team is built of 4 providers, 5 advanced practice providers, and dieticians.
Summa Health – headquartered in Akron, Ohio – is one of the largest integrated Healthcare Delivery Systems in the state. With 2 hospitals and 20+ health centers, Summa Health provides access to care throughout the region.
Opportunity Highlights
• Employed position offering competitive compensation, benefit package and incentives such as signing bonus, loan assistance, relocation, and CME allowance
• Monday – Friday business hours allowing for excellent work/life balance; no call, weekends, or holidays
• No hospital rounding component
• ASMBS accredited program leverages the skills of a multidisciplinary team to treat patients in both our surgical and non-surgical weight management programs
• Opportunity for involvement in medical student, resident, and fellow education
• Ability to work in different offices/communities
• Epic System’s EMR
Candidate Requirements
• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
• Certified Diplomate, American Board of Obesity Medicine preferred
o Or will obtain board certification in obesity medicine (after approximately 2 years of practicing)
• Unrestricted Ohio License or willingness to obtain
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Commitment to quality care in a patient centered, team-based environment
• Candidates for this position should have a passion for obesity and weight loss management
Contact Information:
Emily Miclaus, Physician Recruiter
physicianrecruitment@summahealth.org
330-375-3155
Posted DATE 11/20/2024
Expires DATE 12/20/2024
Physician Assistant – Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Clinic
Cambridge Health Alliance, Cambridge, MA
We are seeking a part-time Physician Assistant to join our Department of Surgery.
This will be a dual role as both a Clinical PA and Program Coordinator within our MBSAQIP-accredited Bariatric Surgery Clinic. This position offers a unique balance of patient care and program leadership, supporting CHA’s commitment to excellence in bariatric and metabolic healthcare.
Clinical Responsibilities:
*Part-time position working 16 hours per week, with the potential for increased hours over time.
*No call.
*Conduct pre and post operative patient evaluations, including initial assessments, follow ups and patient education.
*Provide individualized care for metabolic and bariatric patients, including pre operative counseling, medical management, and postoperative support.
*Work in collaboration with the bariatric surgery team to develop patient-centered care plans and ensure quality of care.
*Serve as a resource for patients and families, offering guidance and education about the bariatric surgery process and recovery.
*Provide personalized care to a culturally diverse adult population, both pre and post bariatric surgery.
*Document patient encounters and care in EPIC in compliance with CHA and MBSAQIP standards.
Program Coordinator Responsibilities:
*Act as the primary liaison between CHA’s Bariatric Surgery Clinic and MBSAQIP, ensuring compliance and timely reporting for accreditation.
*Collaborate with the MBS Committee, including scheduling and documentation of all required meetings, such as the annual comprehensive review.
*Coordinate with the MBS Clinical Reviewer to submit timely outcomes data to the MBSAQIP Registry.
*Maintain program pathways, protocols, and patient education initiatives, ensuring alignment with MBSAQIP standards and quality improvement goals.
*Facilitate developing and maintaining written protocols for nursing staff related to rapid response and critical patient care.
*Track and document the call schedule for all covering surgeons, ensuring accessibility across departments involved in metabolic and bariatric patient care.
*Participate in and prepare for MBSAQIP site visits, and provide essential program documentation and reporting as required.
Qualifications:
*Licensed Physician Assistant in Massachusetts with experience in metabolic or bariatric patient care is preferred but not required.
*Strong organizational and communication skills to balance both clinical and administrative responsibilities.
*Familiarity with MBSAQIP standards and accreditation processes preferred.
*Experience with EPIC is advantageous.
*Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, quality care, and teamwork in a multidisciplinary environment.
Contact Information:
Make a lasting difference in patients’ lives through this unique role at CHA! For more information on CHA and to apply, please visit www.CHAproviders.org. Qualified candidates may also submit their CV and cover letter to Mary Cummings in the CHA Provider Recruitment Department via email at ProviderRecruitment@challiance.org.
Posted DATE 11/20/2024
Expires DATE 01/20/2025
Medical Director for Obesity Medicine
Northwestern Medicine, Huntley, IL
Northwestern Medicine is actively recruiting for a full time BE/BC Medical and Surgical Weight Loss Program Medical Director:
The Medical Director for the NM Northwest Region Medical and Surgical Weight Loss Program is a board certified/board eligible Physician with experience in obesity management. They shall be responsible for direct patient care as well as the overall development and ongoing quality of services in the program. The Director will work collaboratively with the appropriate disciplines to establish standards of practice to ensure optimal patient care and will continually evaluate and improve care delivery processes and outcomes. They will have a dual reporting structure to the Chief Medical Officer and the Vice President of Operations while working collaboratively with the Director of Operations and Practice Manager of the clinic to meet organizational goals.
This exciting opportunity requires creativity to develop new programs and engagement in the healthcare system with the backing of a strong academic institution.
Responsibilities include:
• Organize, integrate, and lead all metabolic-related services throughout the Northwest Region.
• Provide Clinical leadership and work with a multi-disciplinary group to develop a healthcare system wide approach to obesity management among primary care and specialty providers.
• Participate in the accreditation process and ensure ongoing compliance with the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program requirements.
• Clinic Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am – 4pm
• No hospital or clinic calls
• Model leadership behaviors in all interactions with colleagues and staff and demonstrate excellent citizenship by consistently complying with all CPG, Northwestern Medicine Northwest Region and health system standards and requirements.
• Work with the Primary Care Education team as part of the system wide Clinical Integration project to develop protocols and educational materials to help primary care with the management of obesity.
Northwestern Medicine is a growing, nationally recognized health system that provides world-class care at 11 hospitals and more than 200 locations in communities throughout Chicago, the suburbs and northern Illinois. Together with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, we are pushing boundaries in our research labs, training the next generation of physicians and scientists, and pursuing excellence in patient care. Our vision and values are deeply rooted in the idea that patients come first in all we do. We value building relationships with our patients and their families, listening to their unique needs while providing individualized primary, specialty and hospital-based care. Our recent affiliations and ongoing growth make it possible for us to serve more patients, closer to where they live and work. While each of our locations has a unique story, NM is unified under one mission – Patients First.
Contact Information:
To apply, please contact:
Lydia Lindsey
Physician Recruitment Specialist
lydia.lindsey@nm.org
Posted DATE 11/20/2024
Expires DATE 12/20/2024
Medical Assistant (MA) – Bariatrics Clinic
Advocate Medical Group, 2801 Finley Road, Suite 220, Downers Grove, Illinois 60521
This position is eligible for up to a $2500 sign on bonus payable after 90 days of hire (Internals not included)
Shift 1st
Full Time
Location:
2801 Finley Ave, Suite 220
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Monday-Friday 8:30a-5p
Possible travel to other locations once per month: Oak Lawn, Orland Park, Aurora
JOB SUMMARY:
The Medical Assistant is a key member of the patient care team by supporting physicians and other clinicians in the delivery of high-quality health care to ambulatory patients. Medical Assistants are vital to the effective operations of a fast-paced medical practice. Medical Assistants help patients transition from the outside world into the provider’s office. The Medical Assistant performs a variety of important tasks to promote optimal health for our patients, including:
• Assist physicians and other clinicians with important clinical duties including but not limited to taking medical histories and assisting in physical examinations
• Act as a liaison between patients, physicians and other clinicians.
• Measure patient’s vital signs
• Prepare and administer vaccines/medications
• Document patient information into the electronic health record
• Collect specimens for testing
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of a medical assistant program or at least two years of verifiable medical assistant experience within the last five years.
• Good communications skills. Experience using a keyboard and computers.
• Familiarity with equipment used in ambulatory care.
• Current AHA CPR certification.
• Ability to travel locally to multiple sites as needed.
• Ability to work in stressful conditions and difficult situations.
• Resilient and flexible in a changing environment.
• Ability to cooperate and work with others.
• Ability to make sound and timely decisions and ability to work rotating shifts any day of the week.
• Ability to perform lifting/transfer activities related to patients as needed, ability to stoop/bend.
Ability to lift to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Advocate Health Care is the largest health system in Illinois and a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. One of the state’s largest private employers, the system serves patients across 11 hospital locations, including two children’s campuses, and more than 250 sites of care. Advocate Health Care, in addition to Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin and Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, is now a part of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States.
Contact Information:
https://careers.aah.org/job/21219281/medical-assistant-ma-bariatrics-clinic-downers-grove-il
Posted DATE 11/19/2024
Expires DATE 02/18/2025
Clinical Registered Dietitian
University of Miami, Miami, FL
Department Specific Functions
This position will work closely with the Section Chief of the Division of Laparoendoscopic and Bariatric Surgery to ensure quality patient care for all active patients.
This individual will be primarily responsible for the provision of high-quality, cost-effective medical nutrition therapy to bariatric patients of all ages through an interdisciplinary health care team approach. Completes assessments of oral, enteral, parenteral, and transitional feeding therapies. Plans, implements, monitor, evaluates, and documents patient’s response to medical & surgical nutrition therapy. Participates in departmental performance improvement activities, orientation and training and interdisciplinary patient care activities. Serves as a clinical nutrition resource to patients, physicians, and staff. Participates in bariatric educational sessions and leads support groups. Assists in maintaining and upholding accreditation guidelines as set forth by MBSAQIP. Performs comprehensive nutrition assessments and reassessments based on calculated or established needs, with measurable goals consistent with the patients’ plan of care. Perform pre-operative and post-operative nutritional evaluation, support, and therapy for bariatric & reflux patients. Help with performance of investigational research. Will participate in pre and post operative bariatric patient care. Participates and assists with bariatric informational sessions and support groups.
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus
The Department of Surgery has an exciting opportunity for a full time Clinical Dietitian 2 position. The incumbent provides nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy to patients in order to further their medical and personal goals. This position also provides leadership and oversight to less experienced staff and acts as a resource of knowledge regarding patient nutrition.
Contact Information:
https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/index.html
Nestor de la Cruz-Munoz, MD FACS, FASMBS, MBS Director
ndelacruz@med.miami.edu
Posted DATE 11/19/2024
Expires DATE 02/18/2025
Surgery Bariatric Advanced Practice Provider Opportunity in Richmond, VA
HCA Healthcare, Richmond, VA
Seeking an experienced (preferred) physician assistant/nurse practitioner to join an HCA bariatric surgery practice located on the campus of Parham Doctors’ Hospital in Richmond, Virginia. This position will required experince with inpatient hospital care.
Qualified Candidates:
Surgical assist in OR
Minor in-office surgery
Rounding on patients
Emergency Room call rotation
Office based patient schedule
Hospital consults
Virginia licensure or ability to obtain
Must have excellent interpersonal skills to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of nursing, physicians and administration
Incentive/Benefits Package:
Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package including paid malpractice
CME and dues allowance
About Parham Doctors’ Hospital:
200-bed acute care community hospital
24/7 adult and dedicated ER
Bariatric & Metabolic Care Center
Inpatient & Outpatient Rehabilitation Care
Orthopedic & Spine Care
Behavioral Center – Adult Partial Hospitalization Program
11 Licensed Operating Rooms – full range of surgical services – minimally invasive program
Cardiovascular Services
Sarah Cannon Cancer Center – Oncology Nurse Navigators – National Clinical Trials
Community:
Richmond is a wonderful place to practice medicine and raise a family. With a metropolitan area population of over a million, Richmond offers a great balance of big city excitement and small town charm. The area abounds with parks, nationally recognized school systems, and innumerable recreation and cultural activities. Richmond is within a two-hour drive of the Atlantic Ocean, Washington, DC and the Blue Ridge Mountains. The cost of living is very reasonable; traffic congestion is minimal.
Contact Information:
Fore more information, please contact Sherry Chenault at 804-237-7771 or Sherry.Chenault@HCAHealthcare.com.
Posted DATE 11/19/2024
Expires DATE 01/18/2025
LICSW- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Signature Healthcare’s Brockton Hospital, 110 Liberty St., Brockton, MA
Apply today and you could be eligible for a sign-on bonus!
Roles and Responsibilities:
As an integral member of the Interdisciplinary team in the Weight and Wellness Clinic at Signature Medical Group, the Clinical Social Worker provides psychosocial assessment, short-term focused counseling, psycho-education, and community referrals to patients in both the surgical and medical weight loss programs, through individual and group work. This individual is responsible for the peri-operative psychosocial assessment which is designed to screen and identify potential psychosocial risk factors which may impact successful completion of the program. The Clinical Social Worker develops mutually defined goals with the patient in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to address these potential areas of concern in support of the patient’s weight loss journey. The qualified candidate will have experience in a medical setting as well as expertise in evidence based practices relevant to bariatric social work and cultural competence in care delivery. Accesses work queues and reports and reviews patient accounts to determine financial clearance status of specific patient services.
-Initial and follow-up Psychosocial Assessments to evaluate a patient’s preparedness for medical weight loss interventions.
-Recognizes and diagnoses relevant conditions using the DSM-V-TR.
-Collaborates with the providers and other members of the multidisciplinary team to establish goals, prioritize patient needs, and identify barriers to care.
-Responds to patients in crisis when needed.
-Knowledgeable of the mandated reporting process.
-Uses evidence-based practice with patients and/or family members.
-Facilitates or co-facilitates groups.
-Provides Psychoeducation to patients and families.
-Maintains knowledge base of community resources and refers patients as necessary.
-Attends team, departmental, and practice meetings.
-Pursues ongoing education to maintain competence in practice.
-Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees.
-Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity.
-Demonstrates cultural competency when communicating with customers.
-Performs other duties as assigned.
Required:
-Master of Social Work degree from an accredited graduate program.
-Licensed LICSW in the state of MA
Preferred:
-3-5 years in a medical setting.
-2-5 years of acute hospital experience.
-Demonstrates cultural competence in care delivery.
-Familiarity with Patient Centered Medical Home is a plus.
-Previous experience with Microsoft products and Meditech preferred
Contact Information:
For 125 years, Signature Healthcare has been dedicated to delivering personalized healthcare services in a welcoming and medically advanced environment as one of the only not-for-profit community-based healthcare systems in Southeastern Mass. Our focus on quality care, matched with our commitment to serving every individual, fosters an inclusive and supportive environment for our employees to grow and flourish in their careers. Join Signature Healthcare and enjoy a fulfilling work experience, complemented by our comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Life and Disability
Retirement Savings Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Benefits (Accident, Home & Auto, Pet, etc.)
Tuition Reimbursement
PTO and Paid Holidays
Interested applicants should contact Shakina Turner, Practice Manager at (508) 894-0717 or via email: STurner@signature-healthcare.org. Alternatively, they could apply directly to: https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/brocktonhospital/#/job/15722
Posted DATE 11/08/2024
Expires DATE 02/06/2025
Bariatric and General Surgery Surgeon
Houston Weight Loss, Houston, TX 77070
Houston Weight loss is seeking a surgeon with metabolic and bariatric fellowship training to join its private surgical practice. The practice is located in the heart of Houston TX and consists of surgeon with training in bariatric, foregut and common general surgery procedures. The practice is located centrally to different community hospitals and healthcare systems across the greater Houston area. We are a private practice with all the advantages of independence.
This exciting opportunity will allow the surgeon to step into a “ready-to-go” metabolic and bariatric surgery practice. The practice currently performs over 500 bariatric cases yearly plus some common general surgery procedures. In addition, bariatric surgeons perform basic endoscopies on their own patients as needed. The position includes the opportunity to grow a solid robotic surgery practice as well.
We are looking forward to working with a motivated, ambitious, yet still compassionate and humble surgeon to join our family.
We offer a highly competitive salary along with other incentives.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Perform bariatric surgical procedures, including gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, and laparoscopic surgery.
2. Evaluate patients for surgical candidacy and develop personalized treatment plans.
3. Provide pre-operative and post-operative care to patients undergoing bariatric surgery.
4. Educate patients on lifestyle changes, dietary guidelines, and post-operative care instructions.
5. Maintain accurate medical records and documentation of patient care.
Qualifications:
1. Medical degree from an accredited institution.
2. Board certification/eligible in General Surgery
3. Fellowship training in Bariatric Surgery.
4. Valid medical license and DEA registration.
5. Strong surgical skills and experience in bariatric procedures.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
7. Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
We welcome applicants with all levels of experience and background.
Contact Information:
Send resume to Florencia Pillow fgoncalveshoustonwtloss@gmail.com
Posted DATE 11/08/2024
Expires DATE 02/06/2025
Weight Loss Advanced Practitioner NP/PA
Hartford HealthCare, Glastonbury or Norwich, CT
Hartford HealthCare has new opportunities available for Weight Loss Nurse Practitioners (APRN) or Physician Assistants to provide outpatient care to patients with opportunities located in Glastonbury, CT or Norwich, CT.
Highlights include:
• A well-established weight loss program will consistent volume and a supportive lead physician who takes a hands-on engaged approach to training
• The opportunity to manage your own practice style, while having the support and resource of a comprehensive weight loss program
• No call!
• The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (APRN) will work in an office setting providing both initial and follow up consultations with medical weight loss patients which includes prescribing, treating, and educating patients
• Additional responsibilities will include patient care coordination with collaborating physicians and Patient Navigators, care plan documentation, assisting with bariatric seminars, work groups, participating in various hospital committees, and tracking of patient work ups
• The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (APRN) works in a primary location (Glastonbury or Norwich), and may include secondary locations in surrounding areas. An APP’s residence will be taking into considering when determining secondary locations.
• Opportunities for career advancement both hospital wide and system wide.
• Competitive compensation, matching 401k, tiered medical, and CME reimbursement.
• We support your development and wellbeing through the respected Hartford HealthCare’s Office of Advanced Practice – an internal organization committed to the growth and development of our Advanced Practitioners, and the groundbreaking Office of Provider Wellness.
There are no limits to what you can achieve when you join the Medical & Surgical Weight Loss Team at Hartford HealthCare Medical Group. Join the most integrated healthcare system in CT offering Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants MORE OPPORTUNITY as you practice with nationally respected colleagues in a progressive, physician-led environment.
Propel your career to new heights and all within a deeply embedded culture of inclusion, innovation, and focus on the highest quality of care. We are teachers, researchers, innovators, leaders and, most of all, caregivers.
Email Jarod.adams@hhchealth.org to learn more about these exciting opportunities!
Qualifications
• Eligibility to be licensed in CT as a Physician Assistant (PA), or Nurse Practitioner (APRN) is required
• Eligibility to be certified as a Physician Assistant, Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), or Adult Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) is required
• 1-2 years of experience practicing as an Advanced Practitioner is highly preferred.
Contact Information:
Email Jarod.adams@hhchealth.org to learn more about these exciting opportunities!
Posted DATE 11/06/2024
Expires DATE 01/05/2025
Registered Nurse (RN) -Bariatric Program Clinic
Advocate Health Care, 2801 Finley Road, Downers Grove, Illinois
Shift: 1st
Full Time
Location: Downers Grove, IL – 2801 Finley Road
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Hours Per Week: 40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm
****$5000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR EXTERNAL HIRES****
Actual compensation offered in the Pay Range of $31.10 – $46.60 and will be based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience and/or training and internal equity. To accompany base pay we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
401(k) company contributions: 3% of your eligible annual salary AND 401(k) employer match: dollar for dollar up to 3%
Opportunity for yearly merit increases within the salary range
Education Assistance
Major Responsibilities:
Patient-Centered Wholistic Care – The registered nurse is culturally sensitive and engaged with the beliefs and values of diverse populations. Nurses engage with inter-professional colleagues to deliver exemplary care. Lifelong relationships with patients and families develop to support achievement of health goals.
Clinical Excellence: The registered nurse contributes to inter-professional excellence which is represented by achieved clinical outcomes. Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, and skilled dialogue, nurses lead efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience.
Leadership –The registered nurse participates in leading healthcare transformation and the nursing profession with commitment, dedication, and expertise. Expressing vision, demonstrating accountability through shared governance, contributing to the profession, and coordinating inter-professional care are all characteristics of the registered nurse.
Compassion – The Advocate Nurse demonstrates presence with patients and families, practices empathy, and supports spiritual needs and beliefs. The nurse demonstrates respect and dignity always, and their presence is essential during the most vulnerable times. Nurses promote relationship development with communities to create strong partnerships and to improve health outcomes of patients and communities served.
Innovation – The registered nurse contributes to the future delivery of care to patients and to systems that support nursing. They embody the characteristics of inquiry, adaptability, change, and continual development, through performance improvement, evidence-based practice, and research initiatives.
Professional Growth – The registered nurse is committed to lifelong learning, building knowledge and skill sets to keep pace with new delivery models and a changing healthcare environment. This promotes practice to the full scope of their nursing license.
Licensure: Nurse, Registered (RN)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Good communication skills
Good computer skills
Good time management and organizational skills
Familiarity with patient care equipment
Current Illinois RN license
Current CPR
Click on link for full details
Contact Information:
Apply on-line at
https://careers.aah.org/job/21071325/registered-nurse-rn-bariatric-program-clinic-downers-grove-il/
POSTED DATE 11/06/2024
Expires DATE 01/05/2025
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
Cedars Sinai Marina Hospital – Marina Weight Management Center, Marina del Rey, California
Make a difference every single day!
When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. This shared culture of compassion, teamwork, integrity and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai Marina Del Rey Hospital. Working with a team of world-class healthcare professionals you’ll have everything you will need to do something incredible-for yourself, and for others. Join us and support our community with the highest quality healthcare!
*$3,000 Sign on Bonus for External Hires
The LVN provides direct and indirect patient care services in the Marina Weight Management Center. The LVN will provide front and back-office support to program director and surgeons. In addition, the LVN will maintain regulatory agency requirements, nursing and hospital policies, procedures, and standards. Communicates with physicians and team members about changes in patients’ clinical condition.
What will you be doing in this role?
• Provide front office support including scheduling patient appointments, review and audit patients charts for pre-op patients.
• Review medication authorization requirements, review documents for surgeons and review required Medicare documents for patients.
• Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs.
• Performs initial nursing intake and prepares patients for examination.
• Perform essential nursing tasks such as take vital signs, administration of injections and blood draws.
• Assist surgeons with in-office procedures such as Lap Band adjustments.
• Other duties as assigned.
Education:
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing (required).
Licenses/Certifications:
Current California LVN licensure (required).
BLS from the American Heart Association and/or the American Red Cross (required).
Intravenous/Blood Withdrawal Certification (required).
Experience:
Minimum of one (1) year of ambulatory care setting experience (required).
Experience working with Bariatric patients (preferred).
EPIC experience (preferred).
Contact Information:
Please send resume and/or contact recruiter at Nancy Samaro at Nancy.Samaro@cshs.org
POSTED DATE 11/06/2024
Expires DATE 01/05/2025
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
Pro Health Surgical Center, Houston, TX 77070
We are seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality patient care and demonstrate expertise in various medical settings.
• A well-established weight loss program will have consistent volume and a supportive lead physician who takes a hands-on engaged approach to patient care.
• The opportunity to manage your own practice style, while having the support and resource of a comprehensive weight loss program
• The Physician Assistant /NP will work in both a surgical setting and an office setting providing both initial and follow up consultations with medical weight loss patients which include prescribing, treating, and educating patients
• Additional responsibilities will include working as a 1st assist, patient care coordination with collaborating physicians and Patient Navigators, care plan documentation, and tracking of patient work ups
• Opportunities for career advancement
There are no limits to what you can achieve when you join the Medical & Surgical Weight Loss Team at Houston Weight Loss. Join the most integrated healthcare system in Houston offering Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants MORE OPPORTUNITY as you practice with nationally respected colleagues in a progressive, physician-led environment.
Propel your career to new heights and all within a deeply embedded culture of inclusion, innovation, and focus on the highest quality of care. We are innovators, leaders and, most of all, caregivers.
*Experience*
• Must have Texas PA of NP license
• Proficiency in aseptic techniques and medical procedures
• Strong understanding of data collection and medical record maintenance
• Familiarity with anatomy and physiology
• Preferred bilingual in Spanish
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
• Bariatrics
• Medical-Surgical
• Surgery
• Wound Care
Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
• On call
Experience:
• EMR systems: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
• Certified Nurse Practitioner (Required)
• PA-C (Preferred)
• Physician Assistant License (Required)
Contact Information:
Florencia Pillow
Email resume to fgoncalveshoustonwtloss@gmail.com
POSTED DATE 11/04/2024
Expires DATE 01/03/2025
Program Coordinator
Community Bariatric Surgeons, Indianapolis, IN
Bariatric Program Coordinator
Make a Difference
Provides leadership for the Bariatric Program while managing the accreditation process and ensuring continuous compliance with MBSAQIP requirements. Maintains relevant policies and procedures, patient education, outcomes data collection, quality improvement efforts, and education of relevant staff in the various aspects of the metabolic and bariatric surgery patient, with a focus on patient safety. Position will serve North and South locations.
Exceptional Skills and Qualifications
Applicants for this position should be able to collaborate with others in a team setting, have excellent communication skills, and a positive attitude toward problem-solving.
• 2+ years: Clinical background as a Licensed healthcare provider, Registered Nurse or Registered Dietitian (required)
• 2+ years management experience (preferred)
• 2+ years experience in a bariatric practice/program (preferred)
• Program Coordination: Schedules, facilitates, and documents Clinical Team Meetings, and provides patient follow up for clinical decisions/outcomes from meetings that may impact progression in program. Maintains and supports the development of all written pathways and protocols for clinical staff, including triage, post-operative care, and medication management. Works closely with the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Clinical Reviewer to assure timely submission of outcome data. Actively participates/coordinates committees, task forces and work groups as needed/requested including but not limited to administering the MBSAQIP Committee meetings.
• Department Accountabilities: Provides leadership and oversight to non-clinical caregivers, coordinates the education of relevant clinic and hospital staff in various aspects of the metabolic and bariatric surgery patient with a focus on patient safety; ensures clinical competency of staff is maintained.
• Patient Education: Contributes and supports bariatric program staff and educators through planning, implementing, and evaluating educational efforts and learning methods to ensure patient materials are current, cohesive and comprehensible; facilitates patient education as needed.
• Patient Referrals: Coordinates patient and referring provider outreach activities in support of clinical program growth. Assists patients and staff with handling patient concerns or escalated service complaints; responds to inquiries from Office of Patient Experience.
• Data Collection: Collects, analyzes, and uses data to drive practice changes that integrate quality, safety, patient experience, and productivity metrics for excellent patient outcomes.
• Regulatory: Manages the accreditation processes ensuring continuous compliance with MBSAQIP requirements as well as other bariatric designations including, but not limited to, Anthem, Cigna, Optum Health
• Individuals may not perform all of these duties, or may perform additional, related duties not listed here
Contact Information:
Kelli Beagle, Practice Administrator
kbeagle@ecommunity.com
317-621-7091
Posted DATE 11/04/2024
Expires DATE 02/02/2025
Registered Dietitian
Adventist Health Portland, Portland, Oregon
In a bustling cosmopolitan area surrounded by nature, Adventist Health Portland has been one of the area’s leading healthcare providers since the 1800s. In partnership with OHSU, we are comprised of a 302-bed hospital, 11 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout East Portland and the surrounding areas. There are many outdoor adventures readily available, including carving the snow at North America’s only year-round ski resort, hiking along the Columbia River Gorge or taking a day trip to the unmatched beauty of the Oregon coast.
Job Summary:
Coordinates and monitors outpatient nutrition counseling services provided to outpatients and clients served including nutrition assessment and screening, development of nutrition and diet plans, counseling, completes progress notes, serves as a liaison and provides documentation in medical record to client’s personal physician.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in food and nutrition or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor’s): Required
Master’s Degree: Required, only if eligibility for examination began on or after 1/1/24
Experience as a Clinical Dietitian: Preferred
Dietetic internship or its equivalent: Required
Licenses/Certifications:
Registered Dietitian (RD) within 6 months of completion of residency program: Required
Essential Functions:
Performs nutrition assessment, reassessment and patient/family education. Performs all responsibilities/duties required by Registered Dietitian as defined in the scope of practice, to ensure that the needs of patients are addressed.
Conducts and coordinates outpatient nutritional counseling sessions and services. Follows ADA Medical Nutrition Therapy and other appropriate nutrition counseling protocols. Complete required documentation and maintain organized files for client charts, participation data, and communication logs.
Acts as an educational resource for health care team personnel including dietetic interns, patients, family members and community. Serves as instructor or assistant in presenting nutrition-related classes, seminars and workshops including tobacco treatment programs, heart and cancer prevention seminars, seniors’ seminars, wellness and fitness seminars, etc.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
Contact Information:
Posted DATE 10/15/2024
Expires DATE 01/13/2025
Bariatric Clinical Coordinator
Kaiser Permanente Washington, Bellevue, Washington
The Bariatric Clinic Coordinator will serve as the institutional expert and primary point of contact for implementing new ASMBS (American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery) Guidelines into clinical practice. This individual will serve as the intermediary between Health plan, Permanente Medicine, and our regional health partners to maintain Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence Designation in close partnership with the Service Line Medical Director. This individual will collaborate with Utilization Management to ensure that all components of the Medical Coverage Policy are met.
Essential Responsibilities:
Data Collection and Reporting: Oversees collection of preoperative, intraoperative, 30-day postoperative, and long-term (six month and annual thereafter) follow-up data components for the program through the effective utilization of the hospital medical record systems and through a coordinated effort with bariatric team and partner programs. Identifies streamlining and process improvement opportunities in the data collection process. Demonstrates appropriate utilization of resources necessary to obtain valid, reliable data for entry into the program. Utilizes software applications for data collection and analysis. Responsible for the accurate, complete and timely entry of data into the database. Participates in data compilation for audit and (re) accreditation for site visits. The Coordinator will help administrate the MBS Committee and must attend at least two of the three required meetings, one of which must be the annual comprehensive review meeting, as well as the majority of all other meetings. The MBS Coordinator assists in program development, managing the accreditation process, ensuring continuous compliance with MBSAQIP Standards, maintaining relevant pathways and protocols, patient education, monitoring outcomes data and collection, quality improvement initiatives, and the education of relevant staff with a focus on metabolic and bariatric patient safety. The MBS Coordinator supports the development of written protocols and education of nursing staff detailing the rapid communication and basic response to critical patient findings that are specifically required to minimize delays in the diagnosis and treatment of serious adverse events. Manages all of the requirements of the Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery Program.
Maintains and ensures patient pre-operative and post-operative accredited compliance.
Works closely with the Medical Director to identify issues with the workflow and provides evidenced based solutions.
Coordinates verification that submitted candidates have been optimized.
Serves as institutional resource for staff and surgeons regarding all aspects of bariatric care and subsequently provides data driven solutions.
Maintains a strong knowledge of the Kaiser Medical Coverage Policy for Obesity/Bariatric Surgery and ability to interpret the Medical Coverage Policy
Contact Information:
Deborah Ellison – deborah.s2.ellison@kp.com
Full Job Posting at: https://www.kaiserpermanentejobs.org/job/bellevue/bariatric-coordinator-exempt-no-weekends-holidays-or-nights-bellevue/641/69656736784
Posted DATE 10/11/2024
Expires DATE 01/09/2025
Surgeon
Chicago Institute of Advanced Surgery, Chicago
The Chicago Institute of Advanced Surgery is seeking a surgeon to join its multi specialty surgical practice. The practice is located in downtown Chicago and consists of general surgeons with fellowship training in bariatric, foregut, colo-rectal, and hepato-biliary surgery. The practice is closely aligned with different community hospitals and healthcare systems across the greater Chicago area. In addition, the practice has longstanding contracts with different self-insured companies (ie United Airlines, Walgreens) and value-based providers, which have contributed to our growth in otherwise challenging times for private practice.
We are the premier private practice surgical group in the city of Chicago. The practice has a very strong academic presence locally and nationally. In addition, we have clinical appointments at a local university. Your application for clinical professorship is strongly encouraged. The Chicago Institute of Advanced Surgery is very unique in having its own fully accredited fellowship in both bariatric and advanced GI MIS surgery while thriving in private practice. Starting in 2023, the Fellowship Council granted us a second fellowship position. In addition, we are core faculty at 2 residency programs. The hospitals we cover are staffed by general surgery residents. We are also involved in various FDA trials and offer an opportunity to participate in this as well.
The position includes the opportunity to grow a solid practice across the entire breadth of general surgery. We are seeking a surgeon with high confidence in general surgery but preferably with additional training in one of the various advanced fellowships such as GI/MIS surgery, HPB, abdominal wall reconnection. The goal is to continue our mission of providing high level academic surgery in the community.
The corporation has over 20 employees and our headquarters are located in the upscale River North area of Chicago with quick access to our neighboring hospitals. We are looking forward to working with a motivated, ambitious, yet still compassionate and humble surgeon to join our family.
We welcome applicants with all levels of experience and background.
Contact Information:
Dr. Francisco Quinteros
Chief Medical Officer
drquinteros@chicagosurgery.org
Posted DATE 09/25/2024
Expires DATE 12/24/2024