Pediatric Obesity Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Deliver virtual healthcare services to children and adolescents aged 5–17, emphasizing obesity and weight management.

• Conduct comprehensive 60-minute virtual intake sessions to establish personalized treatment strategies.

• Manage medication, including GLP-1s and various anti-obesity drugs.

• Order and analyze diagnostic laboratory tests.

• Facilitate "Positive Parenting for Healthy Weight" Shared Medical Appointment groups.

• Collaborate with behavioral health professionals and refer to additional services as necessary.

• Conduct 30-minute medical follow-up sessions to assess progress and modify treatment plans as required.

• Accurately and promptly complete clinical documentation and administrative tasks.

• Work with nursing staff on prior authorizations and care coordination efforts.

• Contribute to the development and refinement of the Obesity and Overweight care model, workflows, and clinical resources.

• Operate within a multidisciplinary team that includes physicians, nurse practitioners, therapists, and psychologists.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be licensed to practice medicine in Texas with an active DEA registration.

• Board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in patient care.

• Strong interest or background in Lifestyle Medicine, nutrition coaching, and physical activity.

• Proficient in using electronic medical records (EMR) and telemedicine technologies.

• Experience engaging with families from diverse cultural backgrounds.

• Dedicated to delivering culturally responsive care.

• Enthusiastic about joining a rapidly growing startup and innovating new care models.

• Spanish-speaking ability is a plus.

• Board certification in Obesity Medicine is preferred.

• Licensed in additional states or willing to obtain further licenses with support.

• Availability to provide care Monday through Friday from 8am to 8pm Pacific Time.

• Must have a reliable and secure internet connection in a private, distraction-free environment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and ancillary benefits.

• 401(K) retirement plan.

• Remote-friendly workplace culture.

• Flexible time off arrangements.

• Continuous training opportunities.

• Access to expert guidance.

• Professional development stipends.