Nurse Practitioner & Physician Assistant-Endocrinology

Essen Health Care

At Essen Health Care, we care for that! As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women's health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties.

Essen Health Care is the place where care comes together! We are looking for the most talented and effective individuals to join our rapidly growing company. With over 1,100 employees and 400+ practitioners, we care for over 250,000 patients annually in New York City and beyond. From medical providers to administration & operational staff, there is a career here for you. Join our team today!

Job Summary

We are seeking a knowledgeable and patient-focused Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our endocrinology team. This advanced practice provider will assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of endocrine disorders including diabetes, thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal and pituitary disorders, and metabolic syndromes. The role is primarily outpatient-based, with potential involvement in inpatient consultations.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive histories and physical exams focused on endocrine-related conditions.
• Evaluate and manage patients with diabetes (Type 1, Type 2, gestational), thyroid dysfunction, adrenal and pituitary disorders, and other metabolic diseases.
• Adjust and initiate medications including insulin and hormone therapies under collaborative protocols.
• Interpret laboratory values, radiologic studies, and other diagnostic tests relevant to endocrine pathology.
• Provide in-depth patient education on disease processes, medication regimens, lifestyle modification, and self-management techniques (e.g., glucose monitoring, CGM, insulin pumps).
• Collaborate with endocrinologists and other team members to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Document all clinical findings, treatment plans, and follow-ups in the EMR in a timely and accurate manner.
• Monitor patient progress and respond to abnormal labs, follow-up concerns, and medication refills.
• Participate in patient care coordination, quality initiatives, and population health efforts.

Qualifications

• Education: PA: Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program with a Master's degree. NP: Master's or Doctorate in Nursing, certified in Family, Adult, or Adult-Gerontology Primary or Acute Care.
• Licensure/Certification: Active state license as a PA or NP. Board certification (NCCPA for PAs; AANP/ANCC for NPs). DEA license and state prescriptive authority. BLS certification (ACLS preferred).
• Experience: Minimum 12 years of experience in endocrinology or internal medicine strongly preferred. Experience with diabetes technology (CGMs, insulin pumps) is highly desirable.

Salary: $135,000-$150,000 (May include bonuses and incentives)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.