APRN/PA - Outpatient Medical Weight Management Clinic

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Closing Date: 08/03/2026 Type of Position:

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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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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.

Additional Information: Responsibilities: • Provide comprehensive outpatient evaluation and management for patients with obesity, who are ov

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