Peptide Technician & Wellness Support Specialist

VA Health and Wellness Center

Peptide Technician & Wellness Support Specialist

Fairfax, VA
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    As a Peptide Technician, you’ll be the primary in-person support for patients navigating our clinical wellness programs. You’ll assist with the administration and education around peptide therapies, while also coaching patients on foundational lifestyle changes related to movement, nutrition, and daily habits. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, people-focused, and passionate about helping patients stay consistent with their health plan. You’ll work as a bridge between the medical team and the patient, providing encouragement, tracking progress, and simplifying complex protocols into actionable steps. Ideal Candidate Profile: • Friendly, encouraging, and able to meet patients with empathy • Passionate about whole-body wellness and root-cause transformation • Comfortable educating patients and helping translate clinical plans into lifestyle actions • Organized and consistent in follow-up, tracking, and communication • Able to balance structure and flexibility with different types of patients Schedule Compensation • Full-time, in-office • Competitive base pay + performance-based incentives • Paid training on peptides, injection protocol, and wellness education • Growth opportunities within a patient-first clinic environment Responsibilities: • Guide patients through their peptide therapy plans (e.g., MICC, NAD+, Glutathione, GLP-1s), ensuring understanding and adherence • Perform and/or assist with subcutaneous injections (training provided if not yet certified) • Document patient responses, adherence, and any feedback to help optimize protocols • Educate patients on the role of movement and nutrition in maximizing results from peptide therapy • Support behavior change through coaching around sustainable activity, hydration, sleep, and meal timing • Provide general wellness accountability during check-ins — you're their coach and cheerleader, not just a technician • Work cross-functionally with medical providers, nutrition support, and front office teams • Track patient milestones and help celebrate wins throughout their transformation journey Qualifications: Required Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent • Basic understanding of wellness, fitness, or clinical health practices • Ability to be trained and certified in injection administration • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Comfortable with technology (EMRs, scheduling, documentation tools) Preferred Qualifications: • Personal Trainer certification (NASM, ACSM, ACE, or equivalent) • Background in nutrition, kinesiology, or wellness coaching • Experience in a medical weight loss, fitness, or wellness clinic setting • Knowledge of peptide therapy or integrative/functional health principles Compensation: $20 - $25 hourly

    • Guide patients through their peptide therapy plans (e.g., MICC, NAD+, Glutathione, GLP-1s), ensuring understanding and adherence • Perform and/or assist with subcutaneous injections (training provided if not yet certified) • Document patient responses, adherence, and any feedback to help optimize protocols • Educate patients on the role of movement and nutrition in maximizing results from peptide therapy • Support behavior change through coaching around sustainable activity, hydration, sleep, and meal timing • Provide general wellness accountability during check-ins — you're their coach and cheerleader, not just a technician • Work cross-functionally with medical providers, nutrition support, and front office teams • Track patient milestones and help celebrate wins throughout their transformation journey