Pediatric Obesity Specialist

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🕒 October 20

🤠 Texas – Remote

🤠 Texas – Remote

💵 $220k - $245k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

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UCSF Pediatrics

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1001 - 5000 employees

🏥 Healthcare

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Healthcare • Consulting • Healthcare Insurance

UCSF Pediatrics is a prominent department within the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine, dedicated to enhancing child health through exceptional patient care, groundbreaking research, and top-tier medical education. The department encompasses a wide range of specialties, including neonatology, cardiology, and pediatric oncology, and is recognized as a world leader in pediatric research and treatments. UCSF Pediatrics aims to provide high-quality care to all children, while also training the next generation of pediatric leaders in a diverse and inclusive environment.

📋 Description

• Provide virtual care for children and teens ages 5–17 focused on obesity and overweight management • Conduct 60-minute virtual intake appointments and determine individualized treatment plans • Provide medication management, including GLP-1s and other anti-obesity medications • Order and interpret diagnostic labs • Lead “Positive Parenting for Healthy Weight” Shared Medical Appointment groups • Collaborate with behavioral health colleagues and refer to other services as appropriate • Lead 30-minute medical follow-up appointments to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans • Complete clinical documentation and administrative work accurately and promptly • Collaborate with nursing staff on prior authorizations and care coordination • Contribute to development and iteration of the Obesity and Overweight care model, workflows, and clinical tools • Work within a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurse practitioners, therapists, and psychologists

🎯 Requirements

• Licensed to practice medicine in Texas with active DEA registration • Board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics • At least 5 years of patient care experience • Deep interest or experience in Lifestyle Medicine, nutrition coaching, and physical activity • Confidence using electronic medical records (EMR) and telemedicine tools • Experience working with families from diverse backgrounds • Commitment to providing culturally responsive treatment • Excitement about joining a fast-growing startup and iterating on new care models • Spanish-speaking is nice to have • Board certification in Obesity Medicine is preferred • Licensed in additional states or open to obtaining additional licenses with support • Ability to provide care Monday through Friday during 8am–8pm Pacific Time • Reliable, secure internet connection in a private, distraction-free setting

🏖️ Benefits

• Medical and ancillary benefits • 401(K) • Remote-friendly culture • Flexible time off • Ongoing training • Guidance from experts • Stipends for professional development

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