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JumpstartMD

Medically supervised personalized weight loss program

Physician Assistant

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/20/2026
No salary listed
Mid
Master's
Burlingame, CA, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryAdvanced Practice Providers

About the job

Requirements
  • California licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant is required.
  • A master's degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program is required.
  • A Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration Certificate is required.
  • Office of Inspector General (OIG) clearance and a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number are required.
  • The candidate must pass a background check, including criminal records clearance.
  • The candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic health records.
  • The candidate must maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct weekly one-on-one consultations and coaching sessions with members in the weight loss program, using motivational interviewing, empathy, compassion, and active listening to build rapport.
  • Assess members’ health needs; communicate, guide, educate, and support them; establish health goals; and explain the scientific theory behind their program plan.
  • Provide bio-identical hormone replacement therapy services in accordance with company protocols and procedures.
  • Provide routine care under standardized procedures, perform physical examinations and screenings, diagnose health issues, detect changes in member conditions, and communicate and educate members about wellness concerns.
  • Conduct timely member follow-ups, document visits, track progress and results, make modifications as needed, and keep member records current, including test results, immunizations, and condition changes.
  • Administer medications.
  • Operate medical equipment.
  • Hire, coach, and develop staff, including creating professional development plans and growth opportunities; delegate tasks, ensure accountability, and provide regular feedback.
  • Foster a work environment aligned with the company’s mission, vision, and guiding principles, supporting constructive disagreement, conflict resolution, diversity, cohesion, and collaboration.
  • Participate in weekly team and management meetings.
  • Evaluate, plan, and improve standard operating procedures to enhance quality of care, member satisfaction, efficiency, and output.
  • Achieve clinic goals for service delivery, patient satisfaction, quality improvement, people development, hiring and retention, cost management, and revenue; participate in operational and strategic planning.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • A background in weight loss, nutrition, women’s health, endocrinology, or bio-identical hormone replacement treatment, or a strong desire to learn.
  • Knowledge of preventative medicine, disease reversal, advanced biomarker assessments, lifestyle medicine, motivational coaching, and endocrinology.

About the company

JumpstartMD provides medically supervised weight loss programs tailored to each patient. Their plans combine nutritional science with one-on-one coaching under the care of Stanford-trained physicians and American Board of Obesity Diplomates, aiming to help patients lose weight and reduce diabetes and cardio-metabolic risk. The programs are based on extensive clinical research and use personalized treatment protocols, frequent monitoring, and individualized support to guide lifestyle changes. What sets JumpstartMD apart is its scale and expertise: it is the largest medical weight loss practice in Northern California, led by physicians and ABOM Diplomates, and it is the most referred medically supervised weight loss program by Bay Area doctors. The company’s goal is to help thousands of people achieve healthier, happier lives by reversing metabolic risk factors through science-based, personalized care.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2007

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What believers are saying

  • JumpstartMD published 2026 GLP-1 education on muscle loss, mood, and long-term adherence.
  • Its careers page stayed active in August 2026, and external listings showed eight openings.
  • FDA's January 2026 GLP-1 warning removal strengthens demand for medically supervised obesity programs.

What critics are saying

  • JumpStartMD faces TCPA litigation filed December 2024 in Northern California, raising settlement and compliance costs.
  • Pritchard v. JumpStartMD PAGA claims keep California wage practices under plaintiff scrutiny through 2026.
  • Direct-to-consumer GLP-1 telehealth platforms and employer benefit channels commoditize JumpstartMD's core service.

What makes JumpstartMD unique

  • JumpstartMD runs clinician-led weight management with GLP-1s, nutrition, and behavioral support across California clinics.
  • Its 2026 blog pushes protein-first, muscle-preserving obesity care beyond medication-only telehealth rivals.
  • The OK Capsule partnership personalizes supplements, adding a proprietary fulfillment layer to treatment.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation
  • Wellness Program
  • Company Equity

Company News

PR Newswire
Aug 11th, 2022
Jumpstartmd Partners With Ok Capsule To Fight Obesity Epidemic Through

JumpStartMD Knowing that by 2030, 50% of the US population will be considered obese and 42% of U.S. adults reported gaining an average of 29 pounds during the pandemic, JumpstartMD is on a mission to help those struggling with excess weight and associated health conditions lead a healthier, happier life. JumpstartMD has partnered with OK Capsule to make the process of personalizing and delivering weight loss supplements more seamless and effective than ever before. As of July 25th, OK Capsule is able to manufacture for JumpstartMD the safest and most effective weight loss and wellness supplements with a focus on customized formulary, personalization, convenience, service, and technology to make significant progress in helping individuals lose weight. This partnership allows JumpstartMD, which has already helped its members lose over 1,000,000 lbs. through their proven medically supervised weight loss program, to further personalize their offerings