Southcoast Health · 4 hours ago
NP-PA-Family Practice-Adult
Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit health system providing comprehensive healthcare in Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. They are seeking a talented candidate for the role of Advanced Practice Practitioner in Medical Weight Management, responsible for performing episodic illness visits, formulating diagnoses, and collaborating with patients and families for their care.
CommunitiesHealth CareNon Profit
Responsibilities
Under the general supervision and direction of the Physician, Office Manager, or designee, and working collaboratively with patients and families (as defined by the patient), perform episodic illness visits and follow-up care visits [preventative care] which may require laboratory testing, radiology testing and/or immunizations
Formulate diagnosis based on clinical assessment and establish an appropriate/ timely treatment plan
Select and order appropriate medication for treatment of medical conditions
Review diagnostic tests and procedures ordered, as it relates to follow-up care
Utilize an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and other related software to update and/or access patient information, as appropriate
Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality
Qualification
Required
Physician Assistant: Bachelors Degree in a related field is required
Graduate of an A.M.A.-approved Physician Assistant program is required
Certification from a National accrediting body to practice as a Physician Assistant is required
Nurse Practitioner: Masters of Science Degree in Nursing is required
Certification from a National accrediting body to practice as a Nurse Practitioner is required
Current MA registration is required
Nurse Practitioner Certificate/Physician Assistant Certificate is required
Current MA or RI Nursing License or Physician Assistant License is required
Must have previous NP/PA experience working in an ambulatory setting, preferably primary care
Benefits
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
Generous Earned Time Off Package
Employee Wellbeing Program
403B Retirement Plan with company match
Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training
Company
Southcoast Health
Southcoast Health is a community based health delivery system.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Recent News
Providence Business News
2026-01-06
2025-10-17
Company data provided by crunchbase