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San Diego, California

Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - La Jolla

Nurse PractitionerFull-Time Physician-Supervised State

Listed compensation

$170K+

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

About Us

Step into Next Health, where innovation meets longevity. Established over 9 years ago, we have flourished into the leader source of functional medicine and wellness throughout the United States, fueled by an unstoppable mission to advance health optimization and longevity. We are not just leaders in health optimization; we are pioneers!

At Next Health, our mission is more than a statement; it is a promise to transform lives. Through groundbreaking functional medicine practices, we empower individuals to unlock their fullest potential, enhancing their vitality and well-being. With a relentless dedication to leveraging the latest advancements, we guide our clients in taking their health to the next level!

Your Impact

Next Health is seeking a Full-Time Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant with a strong interest in health, wellness & longevity to join our team. The ideal candidate will be an advanced provider with strong clinical and leadership skills, experience in hormone management, a passion for functional medicine, and the ability to help grow our practices while working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Job Description

As the Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant, you will be responsible for:

  • Conducting patient assessments and providing primary care services, including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care
  • Performing Hormone replacement therapy.
  • Developing treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare providers
  • Educating patients and their families on disease prevention and management, healthy lifestyles, and medication use
  • Documenting patient care in electronic medical records (EMRs) and maintaining accurate patient records
  • Collaborating with the Medical Director and other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care
  • Participating in quality improvement initiatives and staying up-to-date on best practices and clinical guidelines

What to Expect

In This Role, You Can Expect To

  • Evaluate, diagnose, and recommend individualized treatments or products
  • Order and interpret labs, including blood tests and other diagnostics
  • Propose tailored treatments based on patient history, conditions, and concerns
  • Maintain precise records and schedules for efficient workflow
  • Stay current with advancements in the field and engage in ongoing research
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care
  • Perform patient assessments and develop treatment plans in conjunction with physicians and colleagues
  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests and prescribe medications as necessary
  • Educate patients and families on disease prevention and management strategies
  • Keep thorough and accurate patient records using electronic medical records (EMRs)
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and stay abreast of best practices and clinical guidelines

What You’ll Bring

We're looking for a Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant who has:

  • A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree and certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) / Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program and Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
  • A valid California state license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant
  • 3+ years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant in primary care or a related field
  • 3+ years of Functional Medicine experience
  • Excellent clinical and diagnostic skills
  • Previous experience with hormone treatments
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
  • Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMRs) and other clinical software.

Our Culture & Perks

We're a patient-centered healthcare facility with a culture that values excellence, compassion, and teamwork. We offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • A supportive and inclusive work environment
  • Meaningful work that makes a difference for our patients

Expected Compensation

The expected compensation for this position is $170,000 + per year, plus benefits and 20% bonus potential.

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Key Responsibilities

The provider will conduct patient assessments, diagnose conditions, and implement individualized treatment plans focusing on functional medicine and hormone replacement therapy. They are also responsible for ordering diagnostics, educating patients on wellness, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Requirements

Candidates must be a licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in California with at least 3 years of experience in primary care and functional medicine. A postgraduate degree (MSN or equivalent PA program) and certification (APRN or NCCPA) are required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentClinical LeadershipPatient EducationTreatment PlanningInterpersonal Communication

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - La Jolla at Next Health a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Nurse Practitioner roles — ranked against 14,190 active Nurse Practitioner roles listings on WeekdayDoc.

Functional Medicine — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 50 active Functional Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 46% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$170k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $154k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 6.6
Better work-life than 60% of Nurse Practitioner roles listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 14,190 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in San Diego

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.01M≈ 5.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$3,036/mo≈ 21% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.9
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Next Health

Health, Wellness & Fitness
Los Angeles, California
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

20% bonus potential
Professional growth opportunities
Supportive work environment