Job Summary:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Physician Assistant to join our

Lifestyle Medicine Program within a Direct Primary Care (DPC) practice. The

ideal candidate is passionate about preventive care, patient empowerment, and

sustainable health solutions. They will play a vital role in delivering personalized,

evidence-based lifestyle interventions and fostering strong patient relationships,

all while working within a membership-based care model that emphasizes

accessibility, quality, and continuity of care.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care & Lifestyle Medicine:

• Provide comprehensive, patient-centered care with a focus on lifestyle

interventions, including nutrition, physical activity, stress management, sleep

optimization, and tobacco/alcohol cessation.

• Develop personalized health plans tailored to patients’ goals, medical conditions,

and lifestyles.

• Conduct wellness visits, chronic disease management, and health coaching

sessions in collaboration with the primary care team.

• Monitor patient progress, provide ongoing education, and adjust treatment plans

as needed.

• Design, implement, and monitor the Lifestyle Medicine Program, ensuring

alignment with the practice’s DPC model.

• Develop group visits, workshops, and educational resources focused on lifestyle

medicine topics.

• Collaborate with physicians, health coaches, and support staff to integrate

lifestyle medicine principles into the broader care model.

• Track program outcomes and gather patient feedback to continuously enhance

services.

Collaboration & Community Engagement:

• Build strong relationships with patients to foster trust and engagement in their

care plans.

• Partner with local organizations, fitness centers, and wellness initiatives to

create community-based health opportunities.

• Organize community events, webinars, or group classes promoting preventive

care and lifestyle changes.

Administrative & Documentation:

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation using the practice’s EHR system.

• Participate in team meetings, case discussions, and quality improvement

initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with DPC regulations and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.

• Current PA licensure and certification (NCCPA) in New York State.• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience, with preference for experience in

primary care, preventive medicine, or lifestyle medicine.

• Certification in Lifestyle Medicine (or willingness to obtain within the first

year).

• Strong interpersonal skills with a patient-first mindset.

• Comfortable working in a DPC model, with an emphasis on long-term patient

relationships and proactive care.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational abilities.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with no RVU-based incentives — focusing on quality, not

quantity.

• Flexible schedule with longer patient visits and fewer daily appointments.

• Opportunities for professional development and lifestyle medicine training.

• Supportive, collaborative practice culture centered around patient wellness and

work-life balance.

• A chance to innovate and grow a lifestyle medicine program in a forward-

thinking DPC practice.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and a brief statement

about their philosophy of lifestyle medicine and patient-centered care to