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Cleveland Clinic

Medical Lead, Obesity Medicine

Cleveland, OH · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Collaborate closely with members of bariatric surgery, psychology, nutrition, endocrinology, hepatology, cardiology, primary care, and other specialties involved in obesity care across the Enterprise.

BayCare Health System

Bariatric Office Coordinator

Tampa, FL · On-site

$17 - $22.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Join BayCare as a Bariatric Office Coordinator 📍 Location: 3001 W Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. ... psychologists) and ensures all required documentation and clearances are completed for surgery.

Guthrie Medical Group

Bariatric Medicine Physician

Sayre, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Fully staffed support team - Practice includes Bariatricians, Bariatric Surgeon, Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, Certified Fitness Specialist, Clinical Psychologist, Practice Manager, Program ...

Orlando Health

Psychologist job in Orlando FL

Orlando, FL · On-site

... bariatric surgery, general surgery, bone marrow transplant and critical care medicine, as well as ... Our neuropsychologists are licensed psychologists with specialized education and extensive training ...

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How much do bariatric psychologist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for bariatric psychologist in the United States is $92,813.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $117,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a bariatric psychologist?

A Bariatric Psychologist is a mental health professional who specializes in assessing and supporting individuals undergoing weight loss surgery or struggling with obesity-related psychological issues. They evaluate patients to ensure they are mentally prepared for surgery, provide counseling to address emotional eating, body image concerns, and lifestyle changes, and offer ongoing psychological support post-surgery. Their role is essential in helping patients achieve long-term success by promoting healthy coping strategies and behavior modifications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a bariatric psychologist?

To thrive as a Bariatric Psychologist, you need expertise in psychological assessment, counseling, and behavioral intervention, typically supported by a master's or doctoral degree in psychology and licensure as a psychologist. Familiarity with assessment tools like the Beck Depression Inventory, electronic medical records, and certification in obesity management or bariatric counseling are advantageous. Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and the ability to motivate behavior change set exceptional candidates apart. These competencies ensure effective support for patients undergoing bariatric surgery and help foster positive long-term outcomes.

What are some typical challenges faced by bariatric psychologists in their daily work?

Bariatric Psychologists often encounter challenges such as helping patients address emotional eating, navigating mental health conditions like depression or anxiety, and motivating lasting behavioral changes before and after surgery. They also work closely with multidisciplinary teams—including surgeons, dietitians, and nurses—which requires coordination and clear communication. Supporting patients through moments of doubt and relapse can be emotionally demanding, but also highly rewarding as progress is made. Managing sensitive conversations and respecting cultural or personal differences are essential parts of the role. Developing strategies to overcome these challenges is key to providing comprehensive care and ensuring patient success.

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Behavioral Health Clinician - LCSW, LPC, Ph.D. - Part Time- 22.5 hours per week - Florham Park, NJ

Atlantic Health System

Florham Park, NJ • On-site

$34.82 - $61.26/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

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8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 276 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

87th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description


Provide evidence-based behavioral health assessment and treatment services for adults with behavioral health conditions and co-occurring medical concerns, including CBT-I, bariatric psychological evaluations, and behavioral interventions that support overall health and wellness. Provide short-term psychotherapeutic services with medically complex patients
  1. Conduct initial biopsychosocial assessments for adult patients seeking behavioral health services to determine need for treatment of behavioral issues.
  2. Complete, administer, score and interpret evidenced based screening tools and assessments.
  3. Assess and treatment patients co-occurring medical and behavioral health conditions, including adjustments to chronic illness, insomnia, weight related concerns and perinatal or postpartum mental health conditions.
  4. Deliver evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with specialized expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I).
  5. Conduct pre-bariatric surgery psychological evaluations and provide behavioral health support for patients undergoing medical weight management and bariatric treatment.
  6. Collaborate with other medical and mental health professionals to coordinate care.
  7. Complete required documentation and charting of patient encounters in a timely manner.
  8. Evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
  9. Participate in ongoing professional development activities to stay current on best practices in the field of behavioral health.
  10. Meets with supervisor for clinical supervision, participates in multi-disciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care, concerns and planning.
  11. Advocate for patients and assist them in accessing community resources.
  12. Completes all mandatory trainings and competencies as assigned.

Qualifications
  1. Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related field
  2. NJ State licensure required (e.g., LCSW, LPC, Ph.D.) or license-eligible with active supervision.
  3. Experience providing psychotherapy services in outpatient behavioral health, integrated behavioral health, or medical settings preferred.
  4. Training and/or experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); CBT-I training preferred.
  5. Experience conducting bariatric psychological evaluations preferred.
  6. Experience working with medically complex patients or patients with chronic medical conditions preferred.
  7. Bilingual skills a plus.

Competencies -
Demonstrates ability to conduct biopsychosocial assessments, screens effectively for suicide and violence risk as well as abuse and neglect.
  1. Develops individualized treatment plans with measurable, patient centered goals, utilizes evidence based therapeutic approaches appropriate to the presenting problem(s).
  2. Can build rapport and trust quickly with a range of patients, uses active listening skills, reflective statements and nonjudgemental language, conveys understanding and acceptance without reinforcing maladaptive behaviors.
  3. Maintains clear, timely and accurate clinical notes that meet legal and departmental standards, manages caseload effectively.
  4. Upholds professional ethical standards, maintains appropriate boundaries and therapeutic relationships.

About Us
At Atlantic Health, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 22,000 team members. Headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:
  • Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
  • Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
  • Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
  • Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
  • Atlantic Health Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
  • Atlantic Health Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ
  • Atlantic Health CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ
  • Atlantic Medical Group
  • Atlantic Visiting Nurse
  • Atlantic Mobile Health
  • Atlantic Rehabilitation

We have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group.
We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:
  • Chosen for 17 years by Fortune as one of the magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For."
  • Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook Named by Newsweek as two of the "World's Best Hospitals" in 2026.
  • Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook ranked within the top three hospitals in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report's 2025-2026 Best Hospital rankings.
  • Atlantic Health scored four "A" grades by The Leapfrog Group in its Fall 2025 Hospital Safety Grades, performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries and injections, as well as systems hospitals have in place to prevent harm.
  • Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook are New Jersey's only hospitals to be named among America's 50 Best hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
  • Named by Becker's Healthcare as one of the "165 Top Places to Work in Healthcare - 2026.
  • Atlantic Health Morristown, Atlantic Health Overlook, Atlantic Health Chilton and Atlantic Health Newton all Forbes Top Hospitals for 2026.
  • Named by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion & Diversity 2025.
  • Atlantic Health rated LEVEL 9 - 2025 CHIME Digital Health Most Wired.

Morristown Medical Center is a nationally-recognized leader in cardiology and heart surgery, orthopedics, gynecology, geriatrics, gastroenterology and GI surgery, pulmonology and lung surgery, and urology.
We are the only hospital in New Jersey named one of America's '50 Best Hospitals' for six consecutive years by Healthgrades and one of the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek. We were included on Becker's Healthcare 2020 list of "100 Great Hospitals in America". In addition, Leapfrog recognized us with an "A" hospital safety grade - its highest - twelve consecutive times, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services awarded us again with its highest five-start rating in 2020.
Morristown Medical Center is a Magnet Hospital for Excellence in Nursing Service, the highest level of recognition achievable from the American Nurses Credentialing Center for facilities that provide acute care services. Our nonprofit hospital was also designated a Level I Regional Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons and a Level II by the State of NJ.
Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:
Team Member Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
  • Life & AD&D Insurance.
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
  • PTO & Paid Sick Leave
  • Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
  • Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
  • Backup and On-Site Childcare
  • Well-Being Rewards
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
  • Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
  • Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.
EEO STATEMENT
Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.

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Atlantic Health System aims to deliver the highest quality, safety and care combined the best experience for our patients and their families. We are confident that you will find success within Atlantic Health System, which has been named for the 14th year in a row to Fortune's "Top 100 Best U.S. Companies to Work For" list. We believe you will find that our culture of collaboration and care exemplifies the value we place on our patients, their families and our employees.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Morristown, NJ, US

Year founded

1996

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