Weight Management Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

At SSM Health, we are committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services, and our Centralia, IL, SSM Health Weight Management Services department is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our dedicated team of 1 Bariatric surgeon, 1 Medically Managed Physician and 2 Nurse Practitioners.  Previous experience in obesity medicine preferred.

SSM Health Weight Management Services comprehensive weight-loss program has the ultimate goal of helping people live better quality, healthier and longer lives. The program addresses all of a patient’s healthy weight management needs encompassing surgical and non-surgical options, diet and nutritional education, exercise training referrals, and support groups. All aspects of this program are conveniently located on the campus of SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital - Centralia.  Make a difference in your community and apply today to learn more!

Job Highlights:

• Outpatient clinic setting
  • New and follow-up patients
  • 30-minute new patient visits and 15-30-minute follow-up visits
  • Anticipated volume of up to 13 patients per day
  • Experienced support staff in place (nursing, dietician, referral coordinator, receptionist)

• Schedule:
  • Monday-Friday from 7:30am-4:00pm
  • Some potential for cross-campus days in nearby Mt. Vernon
  • No Call and No Weekends

• Financial package includes base salary, signing bonus potential, CME allowance, and excellent benefits starting within your first 30 days!
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• PTO
• Retirement program with employer match
• And more!

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of nationally accredited Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) Program
• Ability to obtain PA/NP licensure in Illinois

SSM Health values the unique contributions each team member brings to our organization.  Compensation for this role is based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, medical specialty, labor market, and other qualifications.  The posted pay range for this position is what SSM Health reasonably expects, in good faith, to offer based on the circumstances at the time of posting.  This position may also be eligible for incentive pay.  SSM Health may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Operating in partnership with the Felician Sisters, SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital - Centralia has a strong history of over 100 years of community engagement. Our 125-bed, inpatient hospital specializes in several types of care including: behavioral health conditions, cancer, maternity, occupational medicine, weight management services, wound care, and many more. We’re the proud recipients of the Outstanding Patient Experience and Critical Care Excellence awards presented by Healthgrades for six consecutive years. We take pride in all of our accomplishments and it shows in how we take care of you and your family, day in and day out. Each and every day the compassionate employees and physicians at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital bring hope and healing to Centralia.

Southern Illinois is one of the hidden gems of the Midwest. With astonishing natural beauty, local and natural history, and communities with their own unique identities, there is so much to do and discover here. Experience ancient history at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, the nation’s largest archaeological site, in Collinsville, IL or explore the historical hideout of notorious outlaws, such as Jesse James, at Cave-In-Rock, nestled in the Shawnee National Forest. Take in a day of the arts, dining or entertainment during one of Mt. Vernon’s many festivals or a day of relaxation on the Southern Illinois Wine Trail. There are abundant hospitality and opportunities for those who call this unique region their home.

SSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.

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