Form Health

Obesity Medicine Physician

Form Health$210K — $230K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MD or DO degree is mandatory.
  • Current Board Certification in Obesity Medicine by American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) is required.
  • Minimum of 2 years attending physician experience or completion of a fellowship in Obesity Medicine.
  • Active and unrestricted Medical State License in a US state; eligibility for additional licenses is necessary.
  • Experience in obesity medicine and pharmacotherapy, including newer injectable medications.
  • Strong interest in mentorship and collaboration with Obesity Medicine APPs and Registered Dietitians.
  • Synchronous patient care experience in a telehealth setting is preferred.
  • Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Provide patient care focused on obesity treatment and chronic weight management.
  • Review patient charts and conduct visits for quality assurance and continuity of care.
  • Create treatment plans and manage complex cases as needed.
  • Manage a panel of patients, collaborating with APPs and dietitians when necessary.
  • Prescribe non-controlled obesity medications to patients.
  • Maintain clinical documentation and adhere to treatment protocols within the team.
  • Contribute to team-based care initiatives and quality improvement efforts.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision) from day one.
  • 401k program available to employees.
  • Flexible work schedules and generous paid time off policies.
  • Paid parental leave to support family needs.
  • Ability to enroll in Form4Form, a weight loss program for employees and their dependents.
Full Job Description
About the Role:

We are seeking Physicians specialized in Obesity Medicine to join our innovative, multidisciplinary chronic disease management teamA valid medical license to practice and prescribe legally in any US state is required, and eligibility to obtain additional state licenses as needed is required.

This role is designed for an American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) certified Physicians with demonstrated expertise in obesity medicine, family practice or internal medicine, and a strong interest in working collaboratively with Obesity Medicine Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) in providing high-quality patient care.

This is a fully remote W-2 position (US-based), with flexible scheduling options: 40 hours per week, 32 total hours per week or 36 total hours per week. From the total working hours, 80% will be clinical/patient-facing care, and 20% administrative time.

What you will do:
  • Provide direct patient care in a clinical setting, focusing on evidence-based obesity treatment and chronic weight management
  • Review charts and conduct visits for patients to ensure quality and continuity of care
  • Provide treatment planning and medical management support for complex cases or escalated concerns
  • The role could involve having your own panel of patients, and/or collaborating with APPs and Registered Dietitians specializing in obesity treatment. This role could involve APP collaboration and supervision, as needed
  • Prescribe non-controlled obesity medications for patients
  • Ensure clinical documentation, protocols, and treatment pathways are followed consistently within the team
  • 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:
  • Must have an MD or DO degree
  • Required: Valid and current Board Certification in Obesity Medicine by the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM)
  • Demonstrated clinical experience in obesity medicine and pharmacotherapy (older generation oral and newer injectable medications)
  • Required: Active and unrestricted Medical State License in any US State, and eligibility to obtain additional state licenses (IMLC preferred, but not required)
  • Must have a minimum of 2 years as an attending physician, post-residency, in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine or Obesity Medicine, OR completed an accredited Fellowship program in Obesity Medicine, in lieu of years of experience
  • Interest in mentoring, teaching, and collaborating with APPs and Registered Dietitians specializing in obesity medicine, as needed
  • Demonstrated experience working with APPs, medical residents, or trainees in a clinical academic setting
  • Adherence to evidence-based treatments, behavioral interventions, nutrition, and pharmacotherapy for both endocrine disorders and obesity
  • Open to working one of the following W2 roles: 32hrs/week, 36hrs/week or 40hrs/week
  • Must be currently opted-in with Medicare
  • Committed to delivering patient-centered, culturally competent care
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience providing synchronous patient care in a telehealth setting is preferred
  • Bilingual candidates with medical fluency in Spanish are desired, but not required

Form Health's benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive health benefits. Medical, dental, vision: from day 1
  • 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

Base Annual Salary

$210,000-$230,000 USD

About Form Health

Form Health is a healthcare company that provides personalized nutrition and wellness plans to its clients. The company's plans are based on an individual's unique genetic makeup, lifestyle, and health goals, and are designed to help clients achieve optimal health and wellness. Form Health was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Learn more about Form Health
Size
50 employees
Industry
Net Income
-$50,000
Founded
2019
5 Year Trend
+50%
Revenue
$1 million

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