Pediatric Obesity Specialist - CA License
About The Position
Clarity Pediatrics is expanding its virtual pediatric care platform to address obesity and overweight management for children and teens ages 5–17. The Pediatric Obesity Specialist provides virtual care centered on family-based behavioral therapy and individualized medical management, working within a multidisciplinary clinical team. The role also contributes to developing and iterating the program’s care model, workflows, and clinical tools. Clinicians receive ongoing training, expert guidance, and professional development stipends, with opportunities to develop areas of expertise and leadership.
Requirements
- Licensed to practice medicine in California 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 to deliver virtual care.
- Experience working with families from diverse backgrounds and commitment to culturally responsive treatment.
- Excitement about joining a fast-growing startup and iterating on new care models.
Nice To Haves
- Board certification in Obesity Medicine.
- Spanish-speaking ability to support upcoming Spanish-language initiatives.
- Licensed in additional states, or openness to obtaining additional licenses with the company’s support.
Responsibilities
- Conduct 60-minute virtual intake appointments to screen for obesity or overweight and determine individualized treatment plans.
- Provide comprehensive clinical services, including medication management such as GLP-1s and other anti-obesity medications, and order and interpret diagnostic labs.
- Lead “Positive Parenting for Healthy Weight” Shared Medical Appointment groups.
- Collaborate with behavioral health colleagues and refer patients 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 in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with nursing staff on prior authorizations and care coordination.
- Contribute to the development and iteration of the Obesity and Overweight care model, workflows, and clinical tools.
Benefits
- Medical and ancillary benefits, including 401(K).
- Flexible time off.
- Professional development stipends.
- Ongoing training and guidance from experts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
