Functional Medicine Clinician (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a nationally recognized functional medicine practice, where you will work alongside highly respected clinicians in the fields of Functional and root cause medicine with a focus on longevity/healthspan, autoimmune conditions, hormones, and complex chronic illness (mold-related illness, viral, tick-borne disease, etc.)

For more than 10 years, the California Center for Functional Medicine’s (CCFM) mission has been delivering personalized, root cause care with a dedication to reimagining how healthcare is delivered. We prioritize patient autonomy, innovative thinking, and a truly personalized approach to wellness. People come to us from across the country seeking answers to their health concerns, and we guide them with root-cause solutions designed to restore vitality and extend healthspan. Our team works in a supportive, collaborative environment, with and shared resources to ensure both patients and practitioners can thrive

We are seeking an amazing and dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our growing team, with consideration given to MD/DO applicants who share our mission. The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting patients with gut and adrenal imbalances, hormonal health, autoimmune conditions, and optimal longevity and healthspan. Additional expertise in mold-related illness, tick-borne infections, and other complex, multi-layered cases is highly valued and considered a bonus skill set.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver excellent, high-quality, patient-centered functional medicine care through comprehensive assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up care.
• Develop personalized, layered treatment plans that uncover and address the root causes of illness, using a wide variety of modalities to restore balance, support resilience, and prime the body for long-term healthspan and vitality
• Monitor patient progress, adjust care plans as needed, and educate patients in functional medicine principles.
• Support the development and refinement of clinical protocols, best practices, and guidelines aligned with the latest evidence-based research, with a strong ability to leverage technology such as AI research tools, AI scribe services, and other digital solutions to enhance efficiency and patient care.
• Participate in clinician team calls, case discussions, and collaborative problem-solving, , while also serving as a mentor for practitioners in our affiliated fellowship program.
• Contribute to patient education by helping develop handouts, workshops, programs, or other resources that empower patients to actively participate in their care.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate for this opportunity:

• Is looking for a long-term position in a clinical setting. This should be a career move, not a stepping stone.
• Can work remotely in a fast-paced environment with a distributed team, and is able to handle complexity and solve problems proactively and independently.
• Has experience working in a medical practice (functional and/or integrative medicine preferred).
• Licensed NP or PA (California license required; multi-state licensure or willingness to expand licensure highly valued). MD/DO candidates will also be considered.
• Background in functional and integrative medicine (IFM and/or ADAPT certification strongly preferred but not required).
• Clinical experience with, or willingness to develop expertise in, addressing complex chronic health concerns through a functional medicine approach, including hormone optimization, immune system support, mold-related illness, tick-borne disease, and advanced longevity interventions such as peptide therapy and other emerging tools to promote healthspan and vitality.
• Familiarity with functional medicine diagnostic testing (blood, saliva, stool, urine, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving ability and interest in caring for patients with multi-layered health challenges.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and patient engagement skills.
• Amazing emotional intelligence, a can-do attitude, and a hospitality industry mentality.
• Driven, self-directed, and has a strong ability to work remotely with a distributed team in a fast-paced environment.
• Expertise with technology and virtual care tools, including Zoom for telemedicine visits, AI-driven platforms, Google Suite and Drive, and excellent computer skills to support efficient workflows and patient care.

Additional Details

• Work Location: 100% remote. Having a dedicated, quiet office space is required, along with reliable internet, appropriate computer equipment, and necessary office supplies to support effective patient care and team communication.
• Schedule: Part-time, approximately 25 hours/week, with the potential to expand into a full-time role.
• Compensation: $65 – $85/hour, commensurate with experience; Benefits include 401K, paid sick leave, and potential discounts for non-clinical health-related services.
• Training: Includes mentorship with Sunjya Schweig, MD, and Tracey O’Shea, FNP-C, Medical Director