Job description

ABOUT US

Medi-Weightloss® was developed by physicians, registered dietitians, and health professionals in the area of weight loss to help you control your calorie and carbohydrate intake while eating the optimum amount of protein to preserve muscle mass. The Medi-Weightloss® Program is evidence-based to result in a successful lifestyle change. When administering the treatment, Medi-Weightloss® healthcare providers take each patient’s unique health profile into account, which is what makes us The One that Works!

Position Overview

The Physician Assistant works under the direct supervision of the clinic physician according to the medical protocol set forth by Medi-Weightloss Clinics®. Under general direction, provides patient care; conducts physical exams; completes health history summary; documents patients’ progress; assists with patient care management. The environment is fast-paced and the position is multifaceted.

The Provider will educate the patients on how to create a lifestyle of wellness that will ensure they have a long and productive life! This is a foundational approach to preventing and treating many chronic diseases. Truly help change lives!

Being able to provide nutritional/wellness counseling is a key asset for the providers to have. Must feel comfortable with the Medi program in regard to the prescribed diet plan, different phases of the program, product recommendations, and overall sound nutritional recommendations. Provider will motivate patient to promote health, success, and encourage an overall lifestyle change.

Essential Job Functions

• Obtains and reviews patient’s medical and psychosocial history information relevant to patient care
• Conducts physical examinations
• Orders and reviews laboratory studies as well as diagnostic procedures; including ECGs
• Assumes responsibility for prescribing and dispensing FDA approved appetite suppressants according to state and federal guidelines
• Reviews patient’s progress and manages patient care accordingly
• Maintains all required documentation for patient care and medication management
• Facilitates referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities as necessary and will communicate with collaborating physician and/ or specialist regarding patient’s care

Non-essential Job Functions

• Provides training to clinical and non-clinical staff as needed
• Documents patient progress notes in the patient chart and/or EMR
• Conducts consultations with patients regarding the Medi-Weightloss Clinics® program
• Performs other clinical duties as required
• Conducts follow up calls to patients to discuss the patient’s progress and address any concerns
• Participates in clinic marketing efforts and provides ongoing support to promote clinic profitability and success

Other Skills/Abilities

• Motivational counseling/advising skills
• Must be able to multi-task, apply critical thinking skills, and provide highest level of customer service at all levels of the operation
• Interpersonal / human relations skills
• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills both oral and written
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work as part of the clinic team and corporate structure
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook.

Requirements

• Licensed Physician Assistant in Pennsylvania

Preferences

• DEA License
• CAQH profile is current. Credentialed provider preferred.
• Knowledge of Exercise Physiology
• Sales and marketing experience
• Management and leadership experience

Current Hours (Flexible Schedule)

• Tuesday 7:00am - 1:00pm
• Wednesday 2:00 - 6:00 pm
• Thursday 7:00am - 1:00pm
• Friday 7:00am - 1:00pm
• Saturday 8:00am - 12:00pm

For more information about who we are, please visit our website: https://www.mediweightloss.com/locations/berwyn/

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Do you have phlebotomy experience?
• Do you have ECG experience?

Experience:

• EMR systems (Preferred)
• patient counseling (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Medical License (Required)
• DEA Certification (Preferred)
• CAQH account (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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