Physician, Obesity Medicine - Dedicated Collaborator Full Time W2 (Region 2)

Physician, Obesity Medicine - Dedicated Collaborator Full Time W2 (Region 2)

Remote

Form Health is a virtual obesity medicine clinic delivering multi-disciplinary evidence-based obesity treatment through telemedicine. Obesity impacts more than 40% of the US adult population, and although historically only about 1% of patients received medical treatment for their disease, the field of Obesity Medicine is entering a period of rapid growth. Form Health provides high-quality expert care and leverages technology to enhance the patient experience. All Form Health patients work closely with their physician-led care team, which also includes advanced practice professionals and Registered Dietitians. Through our proprietary mobile app patients engage in regular video visits, as well as text messaging, photo journaling, digital data transmission, and customized educational materials. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of clinical care, and to treating every individual with empathy and respect.

What you will do:

• 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.

About You:

• 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 TX or WI
• If you don't have a TX or WI State License, you MUST be licensed in any of the following states AL, KS, IA, MN, LA, NE 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

Benefits:

• 401k program
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Ability to participate in Form4Form, Form Health's weight loss program available to all employees and their dependents.

EEO Statement:

As set forth in Form Health’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

Compensation:

$210,000 - $225,000 USD