Physician - Medical Weight Management

Wapa; Wareham (MA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

41 days PTO

6% retirement match

Tuition assistance

Loan forgiveness programs

Malpractice coverage

Job summary

Wapa is seeking a part-time Medical Weight Management Physician in Wareham, MA. This role involves diagnosing and treating clinical obesity with evidence-based plans while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate will hold a medical degree and board certification, preferably with experience in obesity medicine. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience providing care for patients with obesity and related conditions.
• Current state medical license and DEA registration.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations to diagnose clinical obesity with a patient-centered approach.
• Treat obesity as a chronic disease with personalized, evidence-based plans.
• Educate patients on the complexities of obesity in a compassionate manner.
• Document treatment plans and progress notes using EPIC.

Skills

Patient-centered approach

Clinical excellence

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of obesity care

Education

Medical degree from an accredited institution

Board certification in Family or Internal Medicine

Certification in obesity medicine

Job description

Medical Weight Management Physician

Hours: Part‑time – 36 hours per week

Shift: Day – no weekends, holidays, or on‑call duty

Location: Wareham & Fall River, MA

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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 & Hyannis locations.
• Provide virtual consultations.
• Educate patients on the science and complexities of obesity, emphasizing a supportive environment.
• Document treatment plans and progress notes in accordance with practice protocols using EPIC.
• Participate in community outreach and educational events to highlight 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 pay and productivity‑based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 41 days PTO and 6% retirement match after 2 years.
• Generous earned time‑off package.
• Employee wellbeing program.
• 403B retirement plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance and federal loan forgiveness programs.
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training.
• Malpractice coverage of $2M / $6M.
• Relocation assistance and sign‑on bonus.
• Loan forgiveness for qualifying debt.