Medical Bariatrician

The Division of Bariatric/GI Surgery at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, located at Highland Hospital, is seeking an accomplished Medical Bariatrician. This faculty position offers an exceptional opportunity to join an established multidisciplinary bariatric and metabolic care program. The role involves providing patient-centered care, educating residents, fellows, and medical students, and advancing obesity medicine within a leading academic health system. This physician will provide clinical leadership, mentor colleagues, foster collaboration, and contribute to the program's continued evolution.

Practice Info

• Located at Highland Hospital within the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
• Part of an established multidisciplinary bariatric and metabolic care program
• Collaborate with bariatric surgery, psychology, nutrition, endocrinology, hepatology, cardiology, and primary care specialties
• Faculty position at the Assistant Professor of Surgery rank

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and clinical leadership for the obesity medicine program, advancing quality, access, operational excellence, and standardization of care
• Lead, mentor, and support a multidisciplinary team of obesity medicine providers across multiple practice locations
• Collaborate closely with colleagues in various specialties to deliver coordinated, patient-centered obesity care
• Contribute to the growth and development of clinical, educational, and programmatic initiatives
• Provide mentorship and educational support to faculty, advanced practice providers, fellows, residents, and other trainees
• Deliver comprehensive, evidence-based medical management for patients with obesity
• Oversee the medical evaluation and management of patients undergoing metabolic and bariatric surgery, including preoperative optimization and long-term postoperative care
• Participate in clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical trials

Compensation

• Salary range: $225,000 - $300,000
• Individual salaries will be determined based on market data, experience, expertise, and related position salaries
• Alignment of clinical incentive-based compensation may also be applicable and will be discussed during the hiring process

Qualifications

• M.D./D.O. Degree (or equivalent)
• Eligible for a New York State medical license
• Must meet all credentialing requirements
• Compliance with University and New York State health requirements, including successful completion of a post-offer health assessment and drug screen
• ABOM certification or eligibility to obtain certification
• Advanced training and/or significant clinical experience in obesity medicine and bariatric care
• Established clinical expertise
• Commitment to multidisciplinary, patient-centered care and programmatic growth
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and mentorship abilities
• Demonstrated interest in teaching, research, and other scholarly activities
• Open to visa sponsorship