Physician Endocrinology - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Pediatric Endocrinologist (MD/DO) Position Summary \n

The Pediatric Endocrinologist provides comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of hormonal and metabolic disorders in infants, children, and adolescents. This role focuses on evidence-based, patient- and family-centered care, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and longitudinal management of complex endocrine conditions across outpatient and inpatient settings.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities \n

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• Evaluate and manage pediatric patients with endocrine disorders including diabetes mellitus, growth disorders, thyroid disease, adrenal disorders, pubertal disorders, bone and mineral metabolism disorders, and disorders of sexual development
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• Provide outpatient pediatric endocrinology clinic care and inpatient consultation services as needed
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• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans and long-term management strategies
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• Interpret and manage diagnostic studies including laboratory testing, imaging, and growth data
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• Manage insulin therapy, diabetes technology, and other endocrine medications
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• Collaborate with primary care providers, dietitians, diabetes educators, psychologists, and pediatric subspecialists
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• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medication management, and lifestyle considerations
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• Participate in multidisciplinary clinics and care conferences
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• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
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• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
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• Supervise and educate residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, or trainees as applicable
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• Participate in on-call coverage for pediatric endocrinology services
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• Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards
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Qualifications \n

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• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
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• Completion of an accredited Pediatrics residency program
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• Completion of an accredited Pediatric Endocrinology fellowship program
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• Board-eligible or board-certified in Pediatric Endocrinology
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• Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
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• DEA registration or eligibility
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Skills and Competencies \n

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• Expertise in pediatric endocrine and metabolic disorders
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• Strong clinical judgment and longitudinal disease management skills
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• Excellent communication and family counseling abilities
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• Ability to manage complex, chronic pediatric conditions
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• Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care
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Work Environment \n

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• Outpatient pediatric endocrinology clinics with possible inpatient consultation responsibilities
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• Schedule typically includes clinic hours with on-call coverage as required
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Physical Requirements \n

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• Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinical environments
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• Manual dexterity for pediatric examinations and procedures
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• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and communication
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