APRN/PA - Outpatient Medical Weight Management Clinic

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Closing Date:

12/31/2026

Type of Position:

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Shift Vary (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

ICE | IMSL MS APRN

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

**This position will hire for either APRN or PA**

The APRN/PA for the Outpatient Medical Weight Management Clinic provides comprehensive, evidence-based care for patients seeking medical management of obesity and related metabolic conditions within an academic medical center environment. The APP collaborates with physicians, dietitians, behavioral health professionals, exercise specialists, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans focused on sustainable weight management and improvement of overall health outcomes. This position supports the missions of patient care, education, research, and clinical excellence while promoting compassionate, patient-centered obesity care.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

APRN:

• Master’s Degree in Nursing – Family Medicine or Adult Gero Primary Care

• Three (3) years of nursing experience. 

• Licensed Registered Nurse in Arkansas

• APRN License

• 1 year of APRN experience in a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Clinic

• National certification in Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Adult Gero Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, and Family Nurse Practitioner if an APRN

PA:

• Master’s Degree – Physician Assistant

• 1 year of PA experience in a Family Medicine or Adult Gero Primary Care

• PA License

Preferred Qualifications:

APRN:

• DNP

• 3 years of nursing experience

• 3 years of APRN experience in a Family Medicine or Adult Gero Primary Care

• Previous experience in infectious diseases, internal medicine, primary care, hospital medicine, or related specialty preferred.

• Experience managing chronic infectious diseases

• Experience working in an academic medical center environment.

• Interest in antimicrobial stewardship, quality improvement, or clinical education.

• Strong communication, organizational, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.

• Previous experience in obesity medicine, endocrinology, primary care, family medicine, internal medicine, bariatrics, or lifestyle medicine.

• Experience managing chronic metabolic diseases and anti-obesity pharmacotherapy.

PA:

• 3 years of PA experience in Family Medicine or Adult Gero Primary Care

• Previous experience in infectious diseases, internal medicine, primary care, hospital medicine, or related specialty preferred.

• Experience managing chronic infectious diseases

• Experience working in an academic medical center environment.

• Interest in antimicrobial stewardship, quality improvement, or clinical education.

• Strong communication, organizational, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.

• Previous experience in obesity medicine, endocrinology, primary care, family medicine, internal medicine, bariatrics, or lifestyle medicine.

• Experience managing chronic metabolic diseases and anti-obesity pharmacotherapy.

Qualifications Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive outpatient evaluation and management for patients with obesity, who are overweight, and/or have associated metabolic conditions.

• Perform detailed patient assessments including medical history, physical examination, obesity-related risk assessment, and evaluation of contributing factors to weight gain.

• Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating:

• o    Lifestyle modification

• o    Nutrition counseling reinforcement

• o    Physical activity recommendations

• o    Behavioral modification strategies

• o    Pharmacologic weight management therapies

• Prescribe and manage FDA-approved anti-obesity medications as appropriate.

• Monitor treatment effectiveness, medication tolerance, and patient progress toward individualized goals.

• Evaluate and manage obesity-related comorbidities including:

• o    Type 2 diabetes

• o    Hypertension

• o    Hyperlipidemia

• o    Obstructive sleep apnea

• o    Fatty liver disease

• o    Metabolic syndrome

• o    Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)

• Order and interpret diagnostic testing and laboratory studies relevant to obesity and metabolic health.

• Provide longitudinal follow-up care and ongoing patient education regarding nutrition, exercise, medication adherence, and behavior change.

• Collaborate with bariatric surgery teams for patient referral, preoperative optimization, and postoperative follow-up when appropriate.

• Coordinate care with primary care providers and specialty services.

• Document patient encounters accurately and efficiently within the electronic medical record.

• Participate in telehealth services as appropriate.

• Participate in the academic mission of the institution through collaboration with medical students, residents, fellows, APP students, and allied health learners.

• Assist with education related to obesity medicine, lifestyle interventions, pharmacologic therapies, and chronic disease prevention.

• Participate in departmental conferences, continuing education activities, and multidisciplinary meetings.

• May assist with quality improvement initiatives, clinical research, presentations, publications, or program development.

• Participate in quality improvement and patient outcome initiatives related to obesity and metabolic health.

• Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based obesity medicine guidelines and emerging therapies.

• Promote patient-centered, culturally competent, and stigma-free obesity care.

• Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and institutional initiatives as assigned.

•  Maintain professional licensure, certifications, and credentialing requirements.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hear, Read, Concentrate, Think Analytically

Frequent Physical Activity:

Stand

Occasional Physical Activity:

Bend, sit, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead

Lift/Carry Weight: 11 - 25 Lbs. or more

Push/Pull Weight: 100 Lbs. or more

Physical Environment: Inside medical Facility

Noise Level: Moderate

Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity
Near visual acuity

Hazards:

Biological, Dust, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:

Yes