Obesity Medicine Physician (Remote) - Part-time

Form Health; United States; Remote; USD 95,000 - 104,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401k program

Flexible work schedules

Form4Form program

Job summary

Form Health, a virtual obesity medicine clinic, is seeking ABOM-certified physicians to join our multidisciplinary team. You will provide direct patient care via telemedicine, collaborate with APPs and Registered Dietitians, and contribute to high-quality weight management care.

This part-time, W-2 remote role requires MD/DO, active US license, and ABOM certification; remote scheduling flexible across time zones; competitive base salary with benefits.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree and ABOM board certification.
• Active and unrestricted Medical State License in any US State.
• Minimum 2 years as attending physician in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine or Obesity Medicine, or completed an accredited Obesity Medicine fellowship.
• Experience mentoring, teaching, and collaborating with APPs and Registered Dietitians.
• Telehealth experience and culturally competent telemedicine care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care focusing on evidence-based obesity treatment and weight management.
• Review charts and conduct visits to ensure quality and continuity of care.
• Provide treatment planning and medical management for complex cases.
• Collaborate with APPs and Registered Dietitians in obesity care.
• Prescribe non-controlled obesity medications as appropriate.
• Ensure documentation and treatment pathways are followed within the team.
• Participate in quality improvement and department meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

Telehealth experience

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

MD/DO degree

ABOM Board Certification

Job description

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.

Founded in 2019, Form Health is a venture-backed innovative startup with an experienced clinical and leadership team. Our mission is to empower patients and be leaders in Obesity Medicine driving impact at a national scale. We are deeply invested in our core value to put patients first, and also deeply committed to creating a culture where every employee is valued and we learn and improve together.

About the Role:

We are seeking Physicians specialized in Obesity Medicine to join our innovative, multidisciplinary chronic disease management team . A 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 Part-time W-2 position (US-based), with flexible scheduling options.

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

Form Health’s commitment to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment:

Form Health is committed to creating a culture and environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion, while fostering safety and belonging. This extends from our remote patient care to our corporate offices and everywhere in between. We are looking for team members who want to help us further our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts and who share our attitudes for creating an inclusive, safe, and positive work environment.

Base Annual Salary

$94,500—$103,500 USD