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JumpstartMD

Medically supervised personalized weight loss program

Physician Assistant Telehealth

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/28/2026
No salary listed
Mid
Master's
California, USA+2 moreMore locations: Texas, USA | Florida, USA
RemoteRemote work is limited to California, Texas, or Florida.
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryAdvanced Practice Providers

About the job

Requirements
  • Be a licensed Physician Assistant in Texas or California; additional state licenses are a major plus.
  • Have a Master's degree from an accredited nurse practitioner or physician assistant program.
  • Have DEA registration.
  • Have OIG clearance and an NPI number.
  • Be able to meet and receive a background check, including criminal records clearance.
  • Be fluent in Microsoft Office and adept with electronic health records.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality and present the company with a positive, professional demeanor.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct one-to-one member consultations for weight management and metabolic health using the JumpstartMD program.
  • Conduct one-to-one member consultations for hormone replacement therapy using the JumpstartMD program.
  • Learn and integrate additional care protocols, including advanced lipid testing, risk stratification and management, hormonal and peptide therapies, skin and hair care, sexual health, micronutrient optimization, and related protocols.
  • Provide routine patient care, including examinations, screenings, and medication administration.
  • Keep patient records up to date and order and evaluate laboratory tests as needed.
  • Conduct follow-up calls and promptly respond to post-visit inquiries.
  • Follow company policies, safety regulations, and productivity metrics while delivering quality patient care.
  • Support the team by assisting with medical and program-related questions, attending meetings, and completing required training.
Desired Qualifications
  • Be passionate about weight management, disease prevention and reversal, healthy aging, lifestyle medicine, women's health, pharmacology, hormonal therapies, peptide therapies, vitamin therapies, and motivational counseling.
  • Have an interest in preventative medicine, biomarker assessments, psychiatry, 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