Bariatrics Advanced Practice Clinician

## Bariatrics Advanced Practice Clinician Apply locations:
Tufts Medical Center Community Care - 91 Montvale Avenue time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R24718
** Tufts Medical Center Community Care
** is seeking a full-time
** Bariatric Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
** to join our team of collaborative providers at our
** Tufts Medicine Weight & Wellness Center in Stoneham, MA.
** Join an established group of 3 physicians and 3 advanced practitioners in the most comprehensive bariatric surgery program in the region.

The ideal candidate will have experience with and/or a strong interest in bariatrics/weight management and be comfortable evaluating patients for metabolic conditions, creating customized treatment plans, and prescribing anti-obesity medications including GLP-1's in accordance with evidence-based protocols.
** How you’ll transform patient care:
**
* About the role:

You’ll be a valuable member of the care team alongside Physician and Advanced Practitioner colleagues, working to complete outpatient weight & wellness consults and care for patients
* You’ll grow as a clinician as you learn from new colleagues.
* You’ll help advance the field of obesity medicine through innovation, quality improvement, and evidence-based care.
* You’ll join and contribute to a work environment that is flexible and in-tune with the desires of a modern workforce that values work/life balance.
* You’ll embrace one of our most fundamental values of active engagement within our communities, bringing the strength of academic and community care.
* You’ll join an organization built on collaborative practices and community.
** Who you are:
*** Graduate of an accredited and/or approved Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
* Current license as a Physician Assistant or Registered Nurse/Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
* Clinical experience in Bariatric Medicine/Weight Management is preferred.
* Passionate about caring for a diverse population of Bariatric Medicine/Weight Management patients.
* Curious, growth-oriented, and excited to help advance the field of obesity medicine through continuous learning, quality improvement and collaboration.
* Current certification in CPR required.
* A team player who is excited to work alongside the interdisciplinary team to assist in patient care, support, and satisfaction.
** Work, Live, and Grow:
We strive to maintain an inclusive work environment for all our employees. We offer a competitive salary with competitive benefits including health, dental, vision insurance, and more.
*** CME support – annual reimbursement of $3,000 plus free CME credits offered within our system annually
* Full malpractice coverage from the day you start, including tail coverage
* Robust benefits package including Health, Dental and Vision insurance as well as generous PTO
* Hybrid work schedule
* Flexible scheduling options that support both provider and patient care needs
* Strong commitment to work-life balance
*
* Location:

91 Montvale Avenue, Suite 208, Stoneham, MA 02180
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* How to apply:

** You can submit an application via the apply button located at the top of this listing. Should you have any questions regarding the position please feel free to reach out to Dave Rezendes, Senior Physician and APC Recruiter endes
** Why Tufts Medicine:
** Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose Wakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, an expansive home care network and a large integrated physician network. Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated care team members providing more than 1.5 million patient experiences per year.

The health system is the principal teaching affiliate for Tufts University School of Medicine. Tufts Medicine came together in 2014 to leverage the experience of its member organizations and integrate their missions to together transform the ways that consumers engage with and…