Job description
Location:
Shelton, CT
Shelton, Connecticut offers a wonderful blend of scenic beauty and suburban convenience, nestled along the Housatonic River with easy access to major metropolitan areas including New York City and Hartford. The city provides an excellent quality of life with vibrant community amenities, outdoor recreational opportunities, and a welcoming atmosphere for healthcare professionals.
Facility:
This well-established, large non-profit fully-integrated healthcare system is one of the largest in Connecticut, providing comprehensive patient care throughout the state. The organization has been honored as a "Best Organizations for Leadership Development" by the National Center for Healthcare Leadership and named one of the "Best Hospitals to Work for in Connecticut" by Becker's Hospital Review, with a strong commitment to provider support, innovation, and continuous professional development.
Opportunity:
Advanced Practitioners - Other Specialties
Job Details:
- Join a comprehensive Medical and Surgical Weight Loss program supporting patients through every stage of their health journey
- Open to both Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants
- 100% outpatient medical weight loss setting
- Full-time position, weekdays only schedule
- Work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team including dietitians, behavioral health resources, lifestyle medicine, rehabilitation, and sports physiology professionals
- Perform routine physical examinations and formulate medical, educational, and psychosocial plans to treat patients
- Develop plans for further evaluation of health needs including referrals to other health team members or specialists
- Provide appropriate treatment for problems within the scope of practice as designated by protocols
- Build long-term relationships with patients helping them achieve meaningful and lasting health goals
- Benefit from strong mentorship, research opportunities, and a culture that welcomes innovation and new ideas
- Utilize state-of-the-art EPIC clinical and informatics technology for improved patient outcomes and streamlined continuity of care
- Unrestricted State of Connecticut Medical License required (or eligible)
- FNP (Family Nurse Practitioner) or Physician Assistant training required
- New graduates welcome to apply
Compensation:Employed salary with benefits.