The Southeast Permanente Medical Group, (TSPMG)/ Kaiser Permanente is looking to bring on a Pool MD for Weight Management. This provider will be r esponsible for providing weight management services including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients, as needed. They will work closely with obesity medicine specialist(s) to assist with KPGA member weight management needs.

• Assess patient status by obtaining health history through patient interviews and chart reviews; assessing presenting illness, risk factors, and family history, psychological situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate physical examinations.
• Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnosis and other screening tests. Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness. Integrate data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risk.
• Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing medications and/or injections in compliance with weight management protocols, medical practice guidelines and state laws. Instructs patient regarding medications and treatments. Educates patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention. Obtains, complies and records patient’s medical data, including health history and progress notes in Health Connect.
• Maintains superior member service interaction. Assesses, develops and coordinates a clinical treatment program for Health Plan members with acute or chronic psychiatric disorders.
• Consults with staff regarding diagnosis, strengths and deficits of member, as needed or appropriate.
• Instructs and counsels members regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens.
• Makes referrals to case manager, as appropriate, and/or refers member’s family to community support services and resources. Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of members.
• Reports safety concerns in accordance with state mandated policies.

Minimum Education and/or Qualifications:

· Medical Degree

· Board Certification

· Experience and additional training focused on obesity/weight management

· Obesity Medicine Certification preferred

· Current Unrestricted Licensure in the State of Georgia

The Southeast Permanente Medical Group (TSPMG) is one of Georgia’s largest independent, physician-owned, multi-specialty medical groups. More than 600 physicians and 200 associate practitioners work together in a unique integrated care model to provide high-quality care to over 315,000 Kaiser Permanente members. Care is delivered at 26 medical offices featuring state-of-the-art equipment, labs, imaging services, and pharmacies. We also provide surgical services and around the clock care at some of the area’s top hospitals.

TSPMG offers a competitive salary, a generous retirement package, paid time off, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, long and short-term disability, relocation allowance, and more. We also offer numerous clinical and non-clinical learning opportunities and physician leadership development.

Atlanta, our home for more than 30 years, is a thriving metropolis that blends southern charm with modern art, music and culture. Learn more about our beautiful southern city at www.atlanta.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We maintain a drug and nicotine free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.