Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Medi-Weightloss·Lake Forest, Illinois
Medi-Weightloss·Lake Forest, Illinois
The practitioner will provide direct patient care for medical weight loss services, including evaluations and individualized treatment planning. Responsibilities include prescribing medications, monitoring patient progress, and providing education on nutrition and lifestyle changes.
Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Weight Loss & Wellness Clinic Position Type: Part-Time Location: On-site, Lake Forest, IL.
The Nurse Practitioner will provide direct patient care for medical weight loss services, including evaluations, treatment planning, follow-ups, and ongoing patient education. This role is ideal for an NP looking to grow in the weight loss and wellness space with mentorship and established clinical guidelines. Key Responsibilities Conduct patient evaluations, including medical histories, assessments, and progress visits Develop and manage individualized weight loss treatment plans under established protocols Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state scope-of-practice laws Monitor patient progress, labs, and treatment outcomes Provide patient education on weight loss, nutrition, lifestyle changes, and medication use Document accurately and timely in the EMR/EHR system Collaborate with medical assistants, nursing staff, and clinic leadership Maintain compliance with HIPAA, clinic policies, and regulatory standards Support a positive, compassionate patient experience Required Qualifications Active Nurse Practitioner license in good standing Board certification (AANP or ANCC) Ability to work independently within established protocols Strong communication and interpersonal skills Comfortable learning new systems and treatment models Additional Certifications Preferred (Not Required) Experience in weight loss, wellness, primary care, or family medicine New graduates, welcome to apply Interest in preventive care and lifestyle medicine
Training and onboarding support Collaborative and supportive work environment No hospital call Opportunity to grow with an expanding clinic Accrued PTO Work Life Balance
Candidates must hold an active Nurse Practitioner license and board certification from AANP or ANCC. The role requires the ability to work independently within established protocols and strong communication skills.
Market context
In Illinois, Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant roles are often competitive because employers look for current state licensure and prior hands-on experience, especially in post-acute, cardiology, or pulmonary settings. Candidates with nursing home experience may stand out when the role involves older adult care and care coordination. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit, then prepare examples that show your Illinois licensure and relevant specialty experience.
