Bariatric and Obesity Medicine Physician

Imagine a career at one of the nations most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network a nationally recognized forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. Were a Magnet(tm) Hospital having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Centers prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an A grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020 the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHNs commitment to teamwork compassion and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether youre considering your next career move or your first you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

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Join our team of experienced Bariatric Medicine physicians in a busy outpatient practice.

The department of bariatric medicine at Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in patients lives and contribute to your professional development.

Highlights Include:

• Comprehensive multidisciplinary care including Registered Dietitians Behavioral Health Therapists Physicians Nurse Practitioners and Exercise Physiologist.

• Individualized Care unique to each patient with lab evaluation and specific tailored goals

• Meal replacement program for high protein streamlined portion-controlled program to achieve desired weight loss goals.

• Addition of medications as needed to support the patients healthy habits and lifestyle changes to meet their health and wellness goals.

• Supportive positive caring office environment to help patients overcome their boundaries.

In a Bariatric Medicine career with LVHN you will experience:

• In-Person and Virtual Care

• No Holiday or Call Schedule

• Opportunity to teach medical students/residents

Qualifications:

• Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine as well as Obesity Medicine through the American Board of Obesity Medicine

• Prior experience practicing Obesity Medicine preferred

Benefits & Perks:

As a nationally certified Great Place to Work we acknowledge the dedication of our colleagues and offer a generous Total Rewards package that makes LVHN an even better place to work and grow your career.Explore our benefits.

• Starting Bonus

• Resident and Fellow Educational Stipends

• Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage

• CME Time and Allowance

• Relocation (if applicable)

Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity accordance with and where applicable in addition to federal state and local employment regulations Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race color religion sex age national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include but are not limited to recruitment selection hiring.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity accordance with and where applicable in addition to federal state and local employment regulations Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race color religion sex age national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include but are not limited to recruitment selection hiring transfers promotions terminations compensation benefits educational programs and/or social activities.

Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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