Functional & Longevity Medicine Physician

Functional & Longevity Medicine Physician - Richmond, VA

Synergy Face Body is Richmond's most comprehensive and established destination for aesthetic transformation, offering plastic surgery, medical aesthetics, wellness, and body contouring under one roof. With seven thriving locations and a dedicated, high-performing team, Synergy has been setting the standard for luxury, innovation, and patient-centered care for over 20 years.

Synergy has earned a loyal patient base, robust referral network, and exceptional reputation — and we’re just getting started.

As part of Aesthetic Partners, a national physician-led platform, Synergy retains its independent identity while gaining access to centralized support in marketing, training, compliance, HR, and operations. That means our providers are empowered to do what they do best — deliver exceptional outcomes and life-changing experiences.

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for approving supplements and medications, helping patients transition off medications as needed, creating protocols, and providing comprehensive functional medicine care. Educate patients on medication and treatment plans from a functional medicine perspective. Provide outstanding service and care to patients who are seeking treatment for medical weight loss, hormone replacement therapy, and peptide therapies.

Duties

• Provide care from a Functional Medicine perspective by interviewing, assessing, and treating clinical patients, meeting their medical needs, and improving their quality of life
• Consult with Medical Director and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues
• Educate patients on wellness, prevention, and early detection by providing materials and resources to patients and families
• Oversee mid-level medical staff as assigned, assign appropriate aspects of care to non-physician staff
• Assist in the resolution of complaints, requests, and inquiries from patients
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations
• Complete all charts and dictation (if applicable) on the day of visit assuring completeness and accuracy
• Take responsibility for comprehensive and accurate coding of each patient encounter submitted the day of encounter
• Participate in utilization, research, and quality activities within practice setting as well as in activities affecting the ambulatory care network as a whole
• Providing comprehensive medical services for patients on a continuing basis
• Analyzing reports and findings of tests and examination, and diagnosing condition of patient
• Administering or prescribing treatments and medications
• Promoting health by advising patients concerning diet, hygiene, and methods of prevention of disease
• Referring patients to specialists when necessary for the patient's well-being
  
  

Other duties as assigned

What We Offer

• Thriving patient demand and a highly engaged provider referral base
• Access to Synergy’s robust marketing engine and brand equity
• Physician-led national platform with centralized support (Aesthetic Partners)
• Paid time off, CME allowance, malpractice, and full benefits
  
  

Location Highlights:

Richmond is consistently recognized as one of the best places to live in the U.S., offering strong livability, affordability, and a vibrant cultural scene. The city ranks highly for amenities, economy, and environment, with a cost of living nearly 6% below the national average and a diverse, fast-growing job market. Richmond also boasts excellent schools, rich history, and a thriving food and arts scene, making it an ideal place for families or professionals looking to build a long‑term lifestyle.

Synergy Face Body by Travis Shaw, MD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.

[*some benefits vary based on part-time vs. full-time employment status]