Advanced Practice Clinician (Hybrid)

As an Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) at knownwell, you will work alongside a team of committed physicians, APC, registered dietitians, registered nurses, and registered pharmacists, to provide comprehensive medical care, with a specific focus on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of obesity and obesity related conditions as appropriate in a primary care setting. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of patients by helping them improve their overall health.

Location : Lincoln Park; hybrid role

Schedule :   Monday-Friday with flexible scheduling, 32 patient contact hours minimum (+ 8hrs of administrative time).  Hybrid model of care. No scheduled evening / weekend responsibilities outside of phone On-Call

EMR :   Athena

On-Call :  Phone call only, in a rotation every 7-8 weeks for one (1) week at a time. Average call volume -

Requirements :

• Master's degree (MSN) and certification by one of the Nurse Practitioner certifying bodies (ANCC or AANPCB) as a family nurse practitioner, or Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies and certification by the Physician Assistant certifying body (NCCPA).
• Unrestricted DEA licensure and prescribe authority (per state practice regulation).
• At least 2 years of clinical experience in an ambulatory care setting, family or internal medicine; experience in chronic condition management and weight management preferred. If no formal training in weight management, willingness to participate in knownwell clinical education and training plan for weight management and / or pursue OMA APC certification. ( https : / / obesitymedicine.org / education / certificate-advanced-education / )
• You have an active, unrestricted license to practice in Illinois, or willingness to obtain. Willingness to obtain additional licensures if needed based upon business needs.
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• You’re dedicated to staying current with the latest developments in primary care and obesity medicine.
• You believe in inclusive, compassionate care.
• You believe in shared decision making with a patient. You honor the goals a patient has for their health, and you partner with them to help them achieve those goals.
• You have high emotional intelligence and know how to make a patient feel at ease – without judgment and without shame.
• You’re willing and excited to try new technologies that are both patient and provider oriented.
• You are excited to work with a collaborative team of physicians, APC’s, registered dietitians, medical assistants, health coaches, and other staff.
• We are unable to sponsor visas currently, so you are authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities :

$120,000 - $140,000 a year

We offer a comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, PTO), competitive salary and the opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven organization that is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of patients.

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