Description

About Us
Luro Health is a mission-driven telehealth organization committed to combating obesity among Medicare and Medicaid patients. By focusing on innovative, evidence-informed programs and personalized virtual care, we aim to break down barriers to healthcare access and improve health outcomes for some of our most vulnerable communities. Our work is fueled by a deep passion for transforming lives through collaboration, technology, and a holistic approach to patient wellness.

Position Summary
We’re hiring a Connecticut-licensed Advanced Practice Provider (APP)—either a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant—to deliver high-quality telehealth obesity care. You’ll conduct virtual visits, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and receive mentorship in obesity medicine from co-founder & CMO Dr. Jamie Kane. Flexible part-time hours can expand to full-time as patient volume grows.

 Key Responsibilities

• Telehealth Visits: Conduct real-time video visits and follow-up consultations for a variety of healthcare services, including chronic care management, remote patient monitoring, and urgent care needs.
• Care Coordination: Collaborate with our care team and our partner’s care teams (physicians, nurses, dietitians, behavioral health specialists, and health coaches) to develop comprehensive and individualized care plans.
• Patient Education & Support: Provide health education and counseling to patients and caregivers, helping them navigate treatment options and manage their conditions effectively.
• Clinical Documentation: Maintain accurate, up-to-date electronic health records (EHR), including patient histories, treatment plans, and follow-up recommendations.
• Prescription Management: Evaluate patient needs and prescribe appropriate medications as needed, adhering to state regulations and clinical guidelines.
• Quality & Compliance: Follow clinical protocols, best practices, and relevant regulatory standards to ensure the highest quality of care.
• Technology Utilization: Leverage telehealth platforms, communication tools, AI based platforms, and EHR systems to deliver efficient and effective virtual care.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Licensure: Active and unrestricted Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license in the State of Connecticut (required).
• Education: Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program (required).
• Certification: Board-certified as a Nurse Practitioner (e.g., ANCC or AANP) in a relevant specialty (Family, Adult, Geriatric, etc.) (strongly preferred). NCCPA-certified PA-C.,
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience practicing independently as a Nurse Practitioner (required).
  Telehealth or virtual care experience (preferred).
• Experience in obesity medicine, nutrition and lifestyle modification (preferred)
• Medicare and Medicaid care delivery experience (preferred)
• Technical Skills: Comfortable using telehealth platforms, EHRs, Microsoft Teams workspace
• Other Requirements:
  • Ability to manage patient interactions effectively via video and phone
  • Excellent communication
  • Problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • A reliable internet connection and private, HIPAA-compliant workspace at home