Who we are:

fatsecret is a pioneering digital health company that recently launched a dedicated telehealth weight loss clinic, aimed at empowering individuals to achieve sustainable weight loss.

The company was founded in 2006 by Dr Rodney Moses and his brother Lenny Moses to help consumers manage their weight:

fatsecret initially focused on providing websites and mobile apps to help people keep track of their dietary/nutrition intake, exercise, weight and engage with a supportive community. In addition the company is the leading provider of verified nutrition data globally. Most recently we have developed our digital weight loss clinic to further our mission of providing individualised and sustainable weight loss.

Over the last 18 years fatsecret has:

• Built a dedicated team of over 30 dietitians, nutritionists, project managers, software developers, content managers and data and analytics specialists.
• Developed a leading weight loss app that serves more than five mission monthly action users and websites with 10 million monthly visitors.
• Developed a food and nutrition dataAPI supporting more than 35,000 developers, in 24 languages and 56 countries, including more than 150 multinational customers, Universities, government agencies, research institutes and medical associations to provide verified food and nutrition data. Customers include Medtronic, Abbott, Lifescan, Samsung, Nestlé and Fitbit.

The vision for our digital healthcare weight loss clinic is to provide support through our multidisciplinary weight management program, delivering long term behavioural change to those experiencing obesity.

About the role:

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Medical Practitioner who is passionate about metabolic health and weight loss. The role includes a mix of an immediate requirement for patient facing consultations as well as a requirement for long-term development of the clinic and its capabilities. As the first GP in our team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the clinical delivery and growth of our telehealth weight loss clinic, expanding access to weight management care across Australia..

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct virtual consultations with patients via secure telehealth platforms.
• Provide exceptional clinical experience for patients by delivering empathetic, high-quality care tailored to each patient's weight management needs.
• Prescribe medications and manage prescriptions electronically, in compliance with relevant regulations.
• Reviewing test results and follow up with patients as needed.
• Regularly assess and track patient progress toward weight loss goals and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date medical records using electronic health record systems.
• Adhere to professional, ethical, and legal guidelines in providing care as well as adhere to our platform guidelines and policies and complete all required training.
• Stay current on medical best practices, telehealth technologies and risk management, and evolving healthcare regulations.
• Collaborate with the project team to provide critical subject matter expertise in clinical strategy, operations and new medications to support expansion of the clinic.
• Create educational content for patients (with the support of our allied health professionals and creative team).
• Provide professional and clinical leadership in a manner that promotes best practice, medical governance, risk management and quality improvement.
• Be actively involved in selected meetings with the team regarding updates, improvement and integration of the medical practice activities into the business’ weight management programs and innovations.
• Work closely with the Practice Manager and the Head of Nutrition to monitor the quality and safety of services.
• Other duties as directed.
  

Logistics:

Flexible working arrangements with the ability to work from home or our Melbourne office. Work the hours you want to suit your schedule (with a minimum of 18 hours per week).

Key Requirements:

• MBBS or equivalent with full General Registration with the Medical Board of Australia with previous experience in weight loss management or ideally with a focus on weight management or preventative medicine.
• Australian Citizen / Australian Permanent Resident.
• Fellow of RACGP or ACRRM is desirable.
• Ability to obtain a provider number to facilitate pathology testing only (No use of MBS attendance item numbers).
• Valid medical indemnity insurance.
• Experience with telemedicine, virtual consultations and use of digital health tools is desirable.
• Demonstrated passion for supporting patients in achieving sustainable weight management and improving their overall health and wellbeing.
• A patient-centred approach and commitment to providing quality care.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with patients remotely.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritise tasks in a remote work environment.

Why Join Us:

• Flexible Working Hours: Enjoy the freedom to work from home with a flexible schedule.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of our growing and dynamic telehealth team.
• Competitive Remuneration.
• Career Progression: You will get access to an annual professional development budget, mentors and buddies to ensure that you have the support you need. You may also be able to progress to fatsecret’s Practice Principal.
• Work-Life Balance: The ability to balance your career with personal commitments.
• Minimal Admin Work: Our technology platform is designed to automate workflows and minimise your admin.
• Robust Clinical Governance: Our clinical protocols, advisory team and audit systems ensure that our patients receive safe, high-quality care.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care and are excited by the prospect of practicing medicine in an innovative and evolving environment, we encourage you to apply.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter to [email protected]. We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.