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Summary
Obesity Medicine Physician opening in South DakotaFull-Time OpportunityRapid City, SDJoin an established and growing comprehensive obesity medicine and bariatric program focused on delivering high-quality, multidisciplinary care. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a collaborative team while helping patients navigate both medical and surgical weight management pathways.Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive obesity medicine care, including evaluation and treatment of metabolic conditions Manage patients through both non-surgical and surgical weight loss pathways Develop individualized treatment plans, including lifestyle, pharmacologic, and procedural options Collaborate closely with bariatric surgery, psychiatry, dietitians, and APPs Participate in ongoing program development and quality initiatives Support long-term patient follow-up and outcomes managementPractice Environment Accredited bariatric and metabolic program with plans for additional certification Multidisciplinary team including: Board-certified obesity medicine physician Fellowship-trained bariatric surgeon Bariatric psychiatrist Registered dietitians Advanced practice providers and nursing staff Regional tertiary care hospital (400+ beds, Level II Trauma Center) Service area spanning multiple statesQualifications Board Certified or Board Eligible physician Certification in Obesity Medicine or completion of an Obesity Medicine fellowship (or eligibility to sit for boards) Eligible for medical licensure in South Dakota Strong interest in multidisciplinary, patient-centered careCompensation & Benefits Competitive compensation with guaranteed salary Production bonus incentives available from day one Sign-on bonus and retention bonus Relocation assistance Paid malpractice insurance CME reimbursement Comprehensive benefits packagePractice Highlights Established, multidisciplinary obesity and bariatric program Opportunity to work across medical and surgical weight management Strong clinical support and infrastructure Focus on sustainable, high-quality patient care Location & Lifestyle Located in Rapid City, near the scenic Black Hills Access to outdoor recreation including hiking, skiing, climbing, fishing, and boating Regional airport with direct flights to major hubs Growing community with a strong balance of career opportunity and lifestyle Why This Opportunity Stands Out Established program with strong referral base and infrastructure Multidisciplinary team approach to comprehensive obesity care Immediate productivity incentives and long-term growth potential Exceptional lifestyle in a high-demand, desirable region -
Job Description
Obesity Medicine Physician opening in South DakotaFull-Time OpportunityRapid City, SDJoin an established and growing comprehensive obesity medicine and bariatric program focused on delivering high-quality, multidisciplinary care. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a collaborative team while helping patients navigate both medical and surgical weight management pathways.Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive obesity medicine care, including evaluation and treatment of metabolic conditions Manage patients through both non-surgical and surgical weight loss pathways Develop individualized treatment plans, including lifestyle, pharmacologic, and procedural options Collaborate closely with bariatric surgery, psychiatry, dietitians, and APPs Participate in ongoing program development and quality initiatives Support long-term patient follow-up and outcomes managementPractice Environment Accredited bariatric and metabolic program with plans for additional certification Multidisciplinary team including: Board-certified obesity medicine physician Fellowship-trained bariatric surgeon Bariatric psychiatrist Registered dietitians Advanced practice providers and nursing staff Regional tertiary care hospital (400+ beds, Level II Trauma Center) Service area spanning multiple statesQualifications Board Certified or Board Eligible physician Certification in Obesity Medicine or completion of an Obesity Medicine fellowship (or eligibility to sit for boards) Eligible for medical licensure in South Dakota Strong interest in multidisciplinary, patient-centered careCompensation & Benefits Competitive compensation with guaranteed salary Production bonus incentives available from day one Sign-on bonus and retention bonus Relocation assistance Paid malpractice insurance CME reimbursement Comprehensive benefits packagePractice Highlights Established, multidisciplinary obesity and bariatric program Opportunity to work across medical and surgical weight management Strong clinical support and infrastructure Focus on sustainable, high-quality patient care Location & Lifestyle Located in Rapid City, near the scenic Black Hills Access to outdoor recreation including hiking, skiing, climbing, fishing, and boating Regional airport with direct flights to major hubs Growing community with a strong balance of career opportunity and lifestyle Why This Opportunity Stands Out Established program with strong referral base and infrastructure Multidisciplinary team approach to comprehensive obesity care Immediate productivity incentives and long-term growth potential Exceptional lifestyle in a high-demand, desirable region -
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