Pediatric Endocrinologist - South Dakota

Pediatric Endocrinologist (MD/DO)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.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesEvaluate 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 developmentProvide outpatient pediatric endocrinology clinic care and inpatient consultation services as neededDevelop and implement individualized treatment plans and long-term management strategiesInterpret and manage diagnostic studies including laboratory testing, imaging, and growth dataManage insulin therapy, diabetes technology, and other endocrine medicationsCollaborate with primary care providers, dietitians, diabetes educators, psychologists, and pediatric subspecialistsEducate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medication management, and lifestyle considerationsParticipate in multidisciplinary clinics and care conferencesMaintain accurate and timely clinical documentationParticipate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiativesSupervise and educate residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, or trainees as applicableParticipate in on-call coverage for pediatric endocrinology servicesComply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standardsQualificationsDoctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical schoolCompletion of an accredited Pediatrics residency programCompletion of an accredited Pediatric Endocrinology fellowship programBoard-eligible or board-certified in Pediatric EndocrinologyAbility to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensureDEA registration or eligibilitySkills and CompetenciesExpertise in pediatric endocrine and metabolic disordersStrong clinical judgment and longitudinal disease management skillsExcellent communication and family counseling abilitiesAbility to manage complex, chronic pediatric conditionsCommitment to evidence-based, patient-centered careWork EnvironmentOutpatient pediatric endocrinology clinics with possible inpatient consultation responsibilitiesSchedule typically includes clinic hours with on-call coverage as requiredPhysical RequirementsAbility to sit, stand, and move throughout clinical environmentsManual dexterity for pediatric examinations and proceduresVisual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and communication