Pediatric Obesity Specialist - TX License

Texas, Remote. Posted 4 days ago

The role

A Pediatrician will provide virtual care for children and teens ages 5-17. The role involves family-based behavioral therapy and individualized medical management for obesity and overweight.

What you will do

Conduct 60-minute virtual intake appointments to screen for obesity/overweight and determine individualized treatment plans.
Provide comprehensive clinical services, including medication management and ordering/interpreting 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 in a timely manner.
Collaborate with nursing staff on prior authorizations and care coordination.

Required qualifications

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 in using electronic medical records (EMR) and telemedicine tools
Experience working with families from diverse backgrounds and a commitment to providing culturally responsive treatment
Excitement about joining a fast-growing startup and iterating on new care models

Nice to have

Board certification in Obesity Medicine
Spanish-speaking
Licensed in additional states (or open to obtaining additional licenses with our support)

Benefits

Competitive salary with medical and ancillary benefits
401(K)
Remote-friendly culture
Flexible time off
Stipends for professional development

About the company

Clarity Pediatrics is reimagining pediatric chronic care through a tech-enabled clinical model. The company is expanding its platform to address obesity and overweight management.