Obesity Nurse Specialist (Bank)

Are you an experienced Obesity or Diabetes Nurse Prescriber with hands-on GLP-1 prescribing experience (e.g., Wegovy)? Join us in delivering innovative, digital-first weight management care through our Tier 3 service. We're looking for bank people who are able to commit at least 16 hours weekly (the more the better). Apply now!

Why Oviva? At Oviva, we’re on a mission to make sustainable, personalized, clinically effective care accessible to everyone. Our digital programmes support people living with weight related illnesses. While weight loss is a goal for many, our approach is about so much more: improving health, building confidence, and enhancing quality of life. We’ve already supported over one million people across the UK, Switzerland, Germany, and Poland – and we’re just getting started. Every conversation, coaching session, and line of code brings us closer to a healthier future. Join us, and be part of the team making that future possible.

The role We are looking for a confident, experienced Independent Non-Medical Prescriber (INMP) to join our Specialist Weight Management Services. You will work remotely as part of our Tier 3 service, using Oviva’s digital platform to manage patients receiving GLP-1 receptor agonists. As a central figure in our growing programme, you will:

• Independently assess and prescribe GLP-1 RAs, ensuring patient suitability and safety.
• Conduct remote consultations using our digital platform.
• Manage patients across their treatment journey, including initiation, titration, and ongoing monitoring.
• Document clearly and maintain compliance with national and local guidelines.
• Collaborate with dietitians, administrative teams, and GPs for holistic care.
• Respond to urgent clinical queries and know when to escalate appropriately.
• Support other programmes and tasks within Tier 3 services where required.

Job requirements You are a self-driven clinician with a strong understanding of weight management medications and the importance of remote patient support.

Essential:

• Registered Nurse with NMC, or Allied Health Professional (e.g. physiotherapist, paramedic) with HCPC registration.
• Independent Prescriber qualification with minimum 1 year’s active prescribing experience.
• Proven experience independently prescribing GLP-1 RAs, ideally including Wegovy.
• Experience with patient pathways for injectable weight-loss medications.
• Comfortable working remotely and autonomously.
• Excellent time management, clinical judgment, and communication skills.

Desirable:

• Experience in remote healthcare delivery.
• Good working knowledge of the field of obesity and novel therapies.

Job responsibilities Evaluate patient eligibility for GLP-1 RA therapy through digital assessments. Prescribe and titrate weight-loss medications, with a focus on Wegovy. Keep meticulous records in line with audit and safety requirements. Liaise with internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth patient experiences. Stay up to date with prescribing guidance and maintain professional registration. Contribute to continuous improvement in patient care delivery.

Job benefits Having a culture that people want to work in, is very important to us. We do this by keeping our values at the forefront of everything we do: We put the patient first, We empower our teams, We make it happen Oviva is passionate about creating an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. We are a truly inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves and everyone is welcome. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and identities, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, and socioeconomic status. We actively seek out candidates who bring a unique perspective to help us build a stronger, more inclusive team. We're Proud to be a Disability Confident Employer Ready to make a difference? Join us in transforming digital healthcare. Apply today!