OFFICE LIAISON-OBESITY MEDICINE

Job Summary

The Obesity Medicine Liaison plays a critical role in supporting the growth, coordination, and excellence of a comprehensive obesity medicine program. This individual serves as a bridge between medical weight management, bariatric surgery services, referring providers, and patients.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate prior authorizations for anti-obesity medications and related therapies
• Support workflow optimization with the obesity medicine clinic
• Aid patients in navigating treatment options, including pharmacotherapy and bariatric surgery
• Serve as a point of contact for patients enrolled in medical and surgical weight loss
• Act as a key liaison between obesity medicine providers, bariatric surgeons and surgical teams, primary care providers and specialists
• Identify opportunities for program growth, partnerships, and service expansion
• Assist leadership in tracking program outcomes and identifying areas for improvement
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to obesity care delivery

Qualifications

• Familiarity with anti-obesity medications and obesity treatment guidelines
• Experience coordinating care between medical and surgical programs
• Background in healthcare marketing, outreach or business development
• Experience with EMR systems and data tracking/reporting
• High School Diploma/GED is Required
• Associate’s Degree in Business or Healthcare is Preferred
• 3 years in Healthcare/Medical-Physician’s Office is Required
• Certified Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation is Required
• Certified Medical Assistant- Must be obtained within 6 months of hire