Nurse Practitioner​/Physician Assistant

About the job Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

Prima Medicine, a well-established and state-of-the-art primary care practice in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, is seeking a full-time licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable practicing independently in a clinical setting and will play a key role in managing and coordinating care for an assigned patient panel, with a particular emphasis on Medical Weight Loss
. Our comprehensive weight management program takes a holistic approach, integrating nutritional counseling, lifestyle modification, and ongoing monitoring to support long-term patient success.

We are dedicated to providing our patients with the most comprehensive healthcare possible. We treat our patients like family, thus we are seeking a provider who shares this commitment to providing a full array of treatments and services as well as someone who has a genuine interest in Medical Weight Loss. The ideal candidate will be committed to developing strong relationships with their patients and providing a continuity of care.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Assess patients needs, order or perform tests, interpret results and offer diagnosis and education; order prescriptions and referrals as needed
• Communicate with collaborating physician regarding patient care
• For medical weight loss patients, provide pre- and post-operative support, medication management, nutritional & behavioral counseling and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Chart visit notes in an electronic medical record in a timely fashion

The position is structured as follows:

• Full-time, Monday - Friday, 830 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• NO evening or weekend clinic hours
• NO call

Experience and Qualifications:

• Current Virginia NP or PA License
• Unencumbered DEA License (within 30 days of hire)
• ACLS/BLS Certification
• Self-motivated, directed, flexible and a team player
• Outgoing and engaging personality
• Energetic and enthusiastic about career growth and development
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans
• Ability to counsel weight loss patients regarding treatment options, treatment plans, and behavior modification
• Obesity Medicine Association Advanced Education Certification, preferred

About Prima Medicine

At Prima, we provide comprehensive care that supports both wellness and the management of acute and chronic health conditions. Our services include annual physicals, pap smears, and treatment for conditions such as acid reflux, peptic ulcers, diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, sleep disorders, and arthritis. In addition to primary care and weight management, we also offer a Concierge Care program (Prima Medicine Concierge Care) and operate Prima Urgent Care in Fairfax to address patients immediate healthcare needs.

We have offices located in Fairfax, South Riding, Tysons and Merrifield.