Obesity Medicine Job Openings

Obesity Medicine Physician | Virginia Commonwealth University

The Department of Internal Medicine is seeking an Obesity Medicine Physician board certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine to join an 11-year-old academic obesity medicine practice. You will be part of a thriving and growing comprehensive medical obesity program which includes behavioral health, dietitians, pharmacists, a partnership with bariatric surgery and liver/metabolic health and a fellowship program. You will join a busy clinical practice and have opportunities for teaching at all levels, research, and leadership. The candidate will have clinical experience in obesity medicine and be an innovator and passionate about the care of patients with obesity.

Mission or Goal of Unit:

The mission of the Division of General Internal Medicine is to improve the health of all patients by:
- providing outstanding clinical care,
- educating the next generation of physicians, and
- engaging in research and scholarship that promote both the science of discovery and the translation of existing knowledge to the care of patients.Excellent, evidence-based, efficient patient care. Effective supervision, teaching, and mentoring of learners at all levels.

Chief Purpose of this position:

The Department of Internal Medicine is seeking an Obesity Medicine Physician board certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine to join an 11-year-old academic obesity medicine practice. You will be part of a thriving and growing comprehensive medical obesity program which includes behavioral health, dietitians, pharmacists, a partnership with bariatric surgery and liver/metabolic health and a fellowship program. You will join a busy clinical practice and have opportunities for teaching at all levels, research, and leadership. The candidate will have clinical experience in obesity medicine and be an innovator and passionate about the care of patients with obesity.

Position Responsibilities:

Teaching: Supervise and teach housestaff who rotate through the obesity medicine clinic. Supervise the 4th year one-month medical student obesity medicine elective. Supervise and teach in the obesity medicine fellowship program. Participate in other learning activities such as morning report, core conference, and other formal educational programs for undergraduate and post-graduate learners.

Research: Participate in clinical and educational research, according to skills, interest, and funding (research opportunities may include performance improvement initiatives or formal extramurally funded investigations).

Service: Work with institutional staff and administration to attain the strategic objectives of VCU Health System, including patient safety, patient and other customer satisfaction, maintenance and enhancement of public perception, and fiscal health. Work towards the continued growth of a comprehensive program for the treatment of obesity.

Clinical: Provide direct clinical care to patients with obesity in person at one of three locations. Provider virtual care to patients with obesity. Participate in night and weekend on-call duties (telephone call only; no in-hospital responsibilities), shared among Division of Internal Medicine faculty. Comply in a timely manner with all institutional policies for professional work, including credentialing, documentation, and billing. Work effectively with other members of the extended inter-professional team.

Required Qualifications:

• Board certification in Internal Medicine
• Board certification in Obesity Medicine
• Direct experience managing complex outpatients
• Interest in teaching and growth in an academic setting
• Interest in furthering the academic mission of the Division
• Experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective communication, both verbal and written

Preferred Qualifications:

• Obesity Medicine fellowship trained

Posted on: April 1, 2025

MaineHealth Weight Management - Kennebunk is seeking a full-time Board-Certified obesity medicine physician to join an evolving practice. This position is a unique and exciting opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic and passionate group of existing providers in a busy multidisciplinary weight management program.

Successful candidates will work closely with an integrated team of surgeons, physicians, advanced practice providers, dietitians, and behavioral health clinicians to offer medical and surgical obesity treatment options, assist with dietary and culinary education, mental health treatment, fitness evaluation and regimen development.

This position offers:
• Team-based care model with collaborative approach to care.
• Competitive compensation package including relocation assistance, CME expense reimbursement, and malpractice insurance.
• Benefits include Paid Time Off, CME time, retirement options with employer contributions, medical, dental, vision, life/disability coverage, and more.

Qualification:
• MD/DO from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certification in Internal Medicine/Family Medicine or an internal medicine subspecialty.
• The ideal candidate will be board certified by the American Board of Obesity Medicine.
• Candidates not certified by the ABOM will be expected to obtain certification within 18 months of hire.

MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

To learn more about our system please visit MaineHealth.org.

Interested candidates may submit a CV and cover letter to Sophia Rideout, Physician Recruiter at Sophia.Rideout@mainehealth.org.

Posted on: March 11, 2025

You Belong Here.

At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Monday - Friday

• Bariatrician will partner with a busy and established surgical weight loss team
• Must be licensed/trained to see patients 13 years of age and up
• Enjoy a Monday - Friday schedule, 8am - 5pm with no evenings, weekends or call
• 100% clinic position - no inpatient
• Must be board certified or board eligible with the American Board of Obesity Medicine

Salary Range - Min: $269,933.00 - Max: $298,712.00 Plus Productivity

Contact Sheree Keen @ sheree.keen@multicare.org for more information

Position Summary

MultiCare Health System is seeking a BC/BE Medical Weight Loss Physician to join our well-established, thriving and comprehensive practice. Providers at MultiCare are recognized as being among the best in the Northwest Region. Here, you’ll find everything you need to excel in your job including outstanding facilities, comprehensive resources and talented teammates in partnering for healing and a healthy future.

Requirements

• Completion of a US Residency
• Board certified/eligible at time of employment
• Licensed in the state of WA by the time of employment
• DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association

Our Values

As a MultiCare employee, we'll rely on you to reflect our core values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration, Kindness and Joy. Our values serve as our guiding principles and impact every aspect of our organization, including how we provide patient care and what we expect from each other.

Why MultiCare?

• Belonging: We work to create a true sense of belonging for all our caregivers
• Mission-driven: We are dedicated to our mission of partnering for healing and a healthy future and the patients and communities we serve
• Market leadership: Washington state's largest community-based, locally governed health system
• Employee-centric: Named Forbes “America’s Best Employers by State” in 2023
• Technology: "Most Wired" health care system 15 years in a row
• Leading research: MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation, 40 years of ground-breaking, clinical and health services research in our communities
• Lifestyle: Live and work in the Pacific Northwest - offering breathtaking water, mountains and forest at every turn.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $269,933.00 - $298,712.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.

To Apply for This Position:

Please use the following link: https://multicare.wd1.myworkda...

Posted on: March 6, 2025

OBESITY MEDICINE PHYSICIANS

Full-time and part-time opportunities throughout Southern California

$75,000 Advance on Pay Bonus

PSLF Eligible

Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) is actively recruiting a Obesity Medicine Physicians to join our Kaiser Permanente teams in Southern California.

Highlights:

• Full-scope obesity medicine, including bariatric medicine, preventive care, and patient education

• Integrated team of doctors, APPs, dietitians, educators, LCSWs, exercise physiologists, and more

• 1/2 day paid education time per week (if full-time)

• Flexible schedule, no weekend or after-hour duties

• Manageable patient load

• Collaborative and supporting culture

• AI technology support for clinical documentation

• Grow professionally with ongoing learning opportunities and support for your goals.

• Be part of an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and ensures all voices are heard and valued

• Requirements: BC/BE in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Preventative Medicine and BC/BE in Obesity Medicine

SCPMG is proud to offer its physicians:

• An organization that serves the 4.9 million Kaiser Permanente members throughout Southern California for more than 70 years

• Excellent salary, comprehensive benefits, and partnership eligibility after 3 years

• Comprehensive administrative support

• A fully integrated electronic medical record system (EPIC) and AI technology support for clinical documentation

Pay and Salary

Salary range for full-time/part-time openings is $281,775.00 - $382,887,00. Potential premium earnings are up to $22,968.00. Salaries are inclusive of incentives depending on skills and competencies and geographic location. Potential premium earnings are based on location. Annual Salary is determined by longevity with the Group and full time equivalent (FTE) work schedule/effort.

We also have Per Diem Opportunities throughout Southern California. Per Diem hourly rates: up to $139.90/hour. Non-benefited, hourly positions, including malpractice insurance and tail coverage. Must have CA medical license and paid DEA certificate.

For consideration or to apply, please visit our website at:

https://southerncalifornia.per...

For questions or additional information, please contact:

Jolanta “Yola” Buschini 
Jolanta.U.Buschini@kp.org 
Call or text at (626) 460-9729

Posted on: January 24, 2025

Meet knownwell, weight-inclusive healthcare for all. Join a dynamic company that is changing the way care is delivered for patients with obesity. knownwell is a weight-inclusive healthcare company offering metabolic health services, primary care, nutrition counseling and behavioral health services for anyone of any size. Our hybrid model allows for both in-clinic and virtual care to bring support to patients where and when they need it. To learn more about our recent Series A funding, led by Andreessen Horowitz, please check out this article.

As a primary care physician at knownwell, you will work alongside a team of committed physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, registered nurses, dietitians, and behavioral health clinicians to provide comprehensive medical care, with a specific focus on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of obesity-related conditions as appropriate. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of patients by helping them achieve sustainable weight management – should that also be a goal of the patient’s – and improve their overall health.

Position: Hybrid, on-site and remote.

Location: Needham, MA 02492

Schedule: Monday- Friday with flexible scheduling, 32 patient contact hours minimum.

EMR: Athena

On-Call: Rotation with initial triage performed by nurses.

Requirements:

• You have a medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
• You have an unrestricted Massachusetts license or willingness to obtain.
• You are board certified/board eligible in family medicine or internal medicine and pediatrics.
• You have an ABOM board certification or willingness to obtain. Fellowship preferred.
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• You’re dedicated to staying current with the latest developments in obesity medicine and primary care.
• You believe in inclusive, compassionate care.
• You believe in shared decision making with a patient. You honor the goals a patient has for their health, and you partner with them to help them achieve those goals.
• You have high emotional intelligence and know how to make a patient feel at ease – without judgment and without shame.
• You’re willing and excited to try new technologies that are both patient and provider oriented.
• You are excited to work with a collaborative team of physicians, APP’s, health coaches, and other staff.
• We are unable to sponsor visas currently, so you are authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities:

• Practice exceptional medicine within knownwell
  • Sees adults for primary care, often with a focus on metabolic health. Sees pediatric patients only for metabolic health.
  • Embodies the knownwell mission and values of patient inclusivity in how you deliver care.
  • Coordinates with the broader care team to ensure the patient has the support they need .
  • Documents as necessary to ensure accurate billing.
  • Communicates with patients in a timely matter through our portal for questions, including with the assistance of a nurse practitioner.
  • Provides feedback on technology.

• Ensure patients feel known well
• Ensure panel is open to any individual, regardless of their current health status and comorbidities.
• Listen to the aspirations of the patient and ensure care is tailored to the patient’s unique health journey.
• Provide an environment in which patients feel comfortable and free from judgment.
• Offer exceptional encouragement as patients reach their goals.

• Coordinate across the collaborative care team
  • Escalate any clinical concerns to Chief Medical Officer.
  • Raise ideas and feedback about technology to leadership team.
  • Provide clinical guidance to medical assistants if necessary.
  • Collaborate with NPs/PAs to ensure follow-up is as appropriate.

• Stay current with licensure and appropriate re-certifications.

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven organization that is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of patients. If you are an ambitious and experienced design leader who is passionate about transforming healthcare and creating meaningful change, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic team. Interested in joining us? Please send us a note at hiring@knownwell.health

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This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Posted on: February 13, 2024