Medical Weight Loss Physician Albuquerque, New Mexico
Compensation
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The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
Lovelace Medical Group is seeking a full-time, fellowship-trained Obesity Medicine Physician to join our established team in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
If you are seeking a long-term career with a respected, physician-led practice that offers strong clinical support, advanced technology, and a desirable quality of life, we would love to speak with you.
- Monday through Friday schedule
- Clinic hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Clinic located adjacent to the hospital, within walking distance
- Expected patient volume: 18 to 24 patients per day
- EPIC electronic medical record system
- Ambience AI Scribe technology available
Mix of Inpatient and Outpatient
Lovelace Medical Group is a growing, physician-focused organization committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across New Mexico. Physicians benefit from a collaborative culture, strong referral networks, advanced technology, and opportunities for long-term professional growth.
About Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque is New Mexico's largest city and enjoys more than 320 days of sunshine each year, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts and families alike.
Situated in the heart of the Southwest, Albuquerque offers a unique blend of Native American, Hispanic, and diverse cultural influences. The city is internationally recognized as the Hot Air Ballooning Capital of the World and home to the renowned Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.
Surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, residents enjoy a vibrant culinary scene known for its famous red and green chile, affordable living, excellent recreational opportunities, and a welcoming community that makes it easy to build a rewarding career and fulfilling lifestyle.
Join Lovelace Medical Group and build a lifelong career with an established orthopedic practice dedicated to excellence in patient care.
Key Responsibilities
The physician will provide high-quality, patient-centered obesity medicine care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. They will manage a daily patient volume of 18 to 24 individuals while utilizing advanced technology like EPIC and AI Scribe.
Requirements
Candidates must be fellowship-trained Obesity Medicine Physicians. The role requires a commitment to a full-time, Monday through Friday schedule at the Albuquerque facility.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Obesity Medicine — Physician Career Context
The cost-of-living index for New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is down 4.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.5 / 10 · above average in physician roles | ranked against 22,259 Physician roles listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physician median $275k (middle half $275k–$290k)28 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | New Mexico index 92.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physician listings in New Mexico | 151 active | 22,472 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | New Mexico Physician listings: 25% state a sign-on bonus · 10% offer loan repayment151 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Physician pay trend | −4.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Medical Weight Loss Physician Albuquerque, New Mexico at Lovelace Health System a 6.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physician roles — ranked against 22,259 active Physician roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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