Physician - Medical Weight Management

Overview Community Focused. Care Driven. Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission – it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it. Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home. We are searching for a talented Medical Weight Management Physician. Hours: Part-time - 36 hours Shift: Day – no weekend, holiday, or on call Location: Wareham & Fall River, MA A career at Southcoast Health offers you: A culture of well‑being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package Generous Earned Time Off Package Employee Wellbeing Program 403B retirement plan with company match Tuition assistance / federal loan forgiveness programs Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Coastal southeastern Massachusetts – less than 30 minutes from Providence, Rhode Island and less than 1 hour from Boston, Massachusetts. Position Overview Southcoast Health is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate physician to join our esteemed team of 4 physicians supported by 6 advanced practice practitioners. The successful candidate will contribute to our tradition of practice excellence and play a pivotal role in advancing patient care in our community. Key Responsibilities Conduct evaluations to diagnose clinical obesity, addressing its multifactorial nature with a compassionate, patient‑centered approach. Treat obesity as a chronic disease with evidence‑based, personalized plans integrating medical, nutritional, behavioral, and emotional care. Ensure each patient receives high‑quality care. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manage obesity‑related conditions and comorbidities. Conduct in‑person consultations at our Fall River, Wareham, and Hyannis locations. Provide virtual consultations. Educate patients on the science and complexities of obesity, emphasizing a supportive environment. Use EPIC for all patient interactions. Document treatment plans and progress notes in accordance with practice protocols. Participate in community outreach and educational events to promote awareness and guidance on nutrition and obesity care. Qualifications Medical degree from an accredited institution. Board certification in Family or Internal Medicine. Preference for candidates certified in obesity medicine (ABOM). Experience providing care for patients with obesity and related conditions. Current state medical license and DEA registration. Demonstrated clinical excellence, patient satisfaction, and effective communication skills. Benefits Competitive salary with productivity‑based incentives. Comprehensive benefits package including 41 days PTO and 6% match on retirement after 2 years. Malpractice coverage of $2M / $6M. Opportunity for relocation assistance/sign‑on bonus. Loan forgiveness through community‑service program. Continuing medical education (CME) allowance and paid time off. Pay Range USD $235,000.00 – USD $350,000.00 /Yr. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southcoast Health System, Inc.