Physician, Obesity Medicine - Dedicated Collaborator Full Time W2 (Region 3)
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Form HealthObesity Medicine
RemoteFull-TimeSenior
Salary210,000 - 225,000 USD per year
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Job Details
- Experience
- 5 years as an attending physician in primary specialty
- Required Skills
- CollaborationMentoring
Requirements
- Have an MD or DO degree, are board certified and diplomates of the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM)
- Minimum of 5 years as an attending physician in primary specialty
- Active and unrestricted state license in SC, FL or IL
- If you don't have a SC, FL or IL State License, you MUST be licensed in any of the following states IN, MI, OH, WV, KY, TN, NC, MS, AL, GA, AND currently holding a LOQ (Letter of Qualification) with the IMLC (Interstate Medical Licensure Compact).
- Must be currently or have been previously credentialed with insurance payers
- Have excellent interpersonal skills for patient and team interactions
- Strong interest in mentoring, teaching, and collaborating with APPs.
- Demonstrated experience working with APPs, medical residents, or trainees in a clinical academic setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Adherence to evidence-based obesity treatments, behavioral interventions, nutrition, and pharmacotherapy.
- Committed to delivering patient-centered, culturally competent care.
- Comfortable working in a multidisciplinary team including dietitians, behavioral health providers, and nursing staff.
- Are committed to the highest quality of medical care and an evidence-based approach to obesity management
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in a clinical setting, focusing on evidence-based obesity treatment and chronic weight management. The physician will collaborate with APP colleagues to co-manage a shared panel and not have their own primary patient panel.
- Review charts and conduct return visits for APP patients every third visit to ensure quality and continuity of care.
- Provide treatment planning and medical management support for complex cases or escalated concerns.
- Prescribe non-controlled obesity medications for patients under both direct care and in coordination with APPs.
- Conduct weekly 30 minute collaborative meetings and 30 min asynchronous communication time with each assigned APP to review cases, address clinical challenges, and provide ongoing mentorship.
- Ensure clinical documentation, protocols, and treatment pathways are followed consistently within the team.
- Assist in the professional development of APPs by fostering clinical growth, offering feedback, and supporting continuing education.
- Participate in team-based care initiatives and contribute to a culture of collaboration and high-quality care.
- Attend relevant departmental meetings and contribute to quality improvement efforts within the obesity medicine program.
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