WellSpan Medical Weight Management is seeking a dynamic Internal Medicine or Family Medicine physician who is board certified in Obesity Medicine. A good understanding of telemedicine & Epic is preferred. This collegial team is separate from Bariatric Surgery and works collaboratively to provide patients with the best care possible. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, compassionate & open minded and comfortable supervising CRNPs.

Practice Specifics:

Innovative providers include a lead physician & several experienced CRNPs. Program Administrator & experienced practice managers. Prior authorizations handled by a dedicated team. Strong referral base from a 6-county area & focus on increased patient access. Hybrid model of remote/in person. 40-minute new patient & 20-minute follow-up. May eventually develop a Pediatric Weight Management Program.

WellSpan Medical Group Offers:

Secure employment with a well-established nonprofit entity. Physician led with emphasis on safety, quality & provider well-being. Competitive compensation & a generous signing bonus. Productivity bonus available in year two. Full relocation & rich retirement plan administered by Vanguard. CME reimbursement & 6 weeks PTO. Professional liability insurance with tail coverage.

Community:

Excellent schools and relatively low cost of living Easy access to major metropolitan areas of Baltimore, DC & Philadelphia Proximity to DE, MD & NJ beaches & Chesapeake Bay Multiple recreational, cultural & historic activities for the entire family

For confidential inquiry, please contact Ann Reid, Physician Recruiter at or (717) 439-3671.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

Exercise autonomy in clinical decision-makingDiagnose and treat many common acute and chronic problemsPrescribe and manage medications and other therapiesProvide a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic health servicesPerform physical exams and health historiesOrder and interpret laboratory tests and diagnostic studiesPerform procedures as applicable to specialtyPractice in collaboration with all members of the health care team and refers to other providers when necessaryEngage in research, education, patient advocacy, and administrative activitiesActs as an educator to mid-levels, nursing, and administrative staff within the officeDictates, reviews, and completes medical record upon completion of applicable visit or procedureObtains necessary CME credits in order to maintain necessary state licensureParticipates in monthly provider and staff meetings and other requested meetingsAssigns appropriate CPT and ICD9 codes to office and inpatient visitsResponds to messages and phone calls in a prompt and timely fashion

Common Expectations:

Participates in Medical Staff activities as required and/or as requested.Observes the Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of the Hospital and the Medical Staff.Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.

Required for All Jobs:

Performs other related duties as identified.WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a compliance program to support WellSpan's values and standards for professionalism, integrity, and ethics. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization and the performance expectations of the job, the department, and the compliance program.WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a privacy program to safeguard the patient information and the business and operational information of the organization. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization to safeguard patient and business/operational information.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Physical Demands:

Standing - FrequentlyWalking - FrequentlySitting - OccasionallyCarrying/Lifting - Occasionally (50lbs)Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally (50lbs)Kneeling/Crouching - OccasionallyReaching - OccasionallyTalking - FrequentlyHearing - FrequentlyRepetitive Motions - OccasionallyEye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Occasionally

Working Environment:

Occupational Hazards - ExposureBloodborne Pathogen - Exposure

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Doctor of Medicine (MD) Required orDoctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Required

Licenses:

Licensed Medical Physician and Surgeon Upon Hire Required orLicensed Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Upon Hire Required

Courses and Training:

Boarded in appropriate specialty. Upon Hire Required andCompletion of a residency. Upon Hire Required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Teaching skills.Must have high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.Working knowledge of medical terminology.Good phone skills.Excellent Customer Service.Organized, sets priorities, and able to multi-task. You’re unique and you belong here.

At WellSpan Health, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly, regardless of their job classification. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email at . We will evaluate requests for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Please note that we will only respond to inquiries related to reasonable accommodation from this email address. Rest assured, all requests for assistance or accommodation are handled confidentially, allowing applicants to share their needs openly and honestly with us.