Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

Company: Options Medical Weight Loss
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Position Description: Options Medical Weight Loss is the premier medical weight loss clinic, with locations in 9 states and growing! At Options, we believe our mission goes beyond helping patients lose weightwe strive to be trusted wellness partners, offering the tools and resources to help individuals achieve healthier, more fulfilling lives. Our mission is clear, to end obesity, one patient at a time.Transform your career, transform your life!We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Lead Medical Provider (LMP) to join our team. The LMP plays a critical role in evaluating and managing patient health, ensuring suitability for Options weight loss programs, and guiding patients toward their health goals. This exempt role includes performing health assessments, prescribing treatments, and leading patient care within the clinic. The LMP will work closely with the Clinic Manager as part of a dyad leadership team, aligning clinical care with operational goals to optimize patient outcomes and clinic success. Position Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive health assessments for new patients, orienting them to services and recommending programs that support their weight loss and health goals. Perform laboratory testing, write prescriptions, and conduct office procedures within the scope of practice. Leverage the Options Health Panel (OHP) to monitor metabolic health markers such as blood glucose, lipid levels, and insulin resistance over time, guiding adjustments to patient care plans. Provide personalized health coaching, focusing on metabolic health, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications to support long-term wellness. Educate patients on metabolic dysfunction, insulin resistance, and risk factors for metabolic syndrome, incorporating insights from 12-Month Health Transformation (12MHT) training. Use evidence-based practices to identify metabolic syndrome, including risk factors like hypertension, hyperglycemia, abdominal obesity, and hyperlipidemia, and apply appropriate treatment protocols. Act as a resource expert for decisions, planning, and policies affecting the health and wellness of OMWL patients. Maintain comprehensive knowledge of OMWL programs, pharmacology, and treatment protocols. Provide feedback to clinic leadership to drive continuous improvement in patient experience and operational efficiency. Participate in skill validation sessions and training to ensure alignment with the Consultative Sales Process and patient engagement strategies. Perform phlebotomy on patients, ensuring proper collection, labeling, and handling of lab samples. Collaborate with the Clinic Manager to align patient care strategies with operational goals, ensuring seamless integration of clinical services and business practices. Administer intramuscular and subcutaneous injections, educating patients on self-administration as needed. Support the dyad leadership team in fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Perform other related duties to benefit the mission of the organization. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Education and Experience - Successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program in accordance with respective state regulations. Current approval by the joint Board of Medical Examiners and/or Board of Nursing to perform medical acts. Must be currently licensed as a registered nurse or physician assistant in the state where the clinic is located. Must possess an unrestricted DEA license. Physical Requirements: This role requires prolonged periods of standing and sitting, including working at a computer for extended durations. Frequent direct patient interaction, requiring excellent interpersonal communication and the ability to engage with diverse patient populations in a clinical setting. We Offer: Medical (Employer supplemented), Dental, Vision Parental PTO Employer-paid short-term disability Paid Time Off (PTO) Long-Term Disability FSA- Flexible Saving Account- Dependent Care EAP- Employer Assistance Program Continuing Education Reimbursement Ongoing Teambuilding Events and Experiences Continuing to enhance and enrich and formalize our employee recognition and rewards program Generous discount on Options Medical Services and Products (40%) Promotion and Career Growth OpportunitiesAverage annual earnings for this role range from $115,000 - $125,000 with incentives $105,000.00 - $115,000.00 Annually

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