Physician Endocrinology - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Endocrinologist

Queens, New York – Close to JFK Airport / South Shore

Position Overview

A community hospital in Queens is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Endocrinologist to join its team. This permanent, employed position focuses on delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals with a wide range of endocrine disorders, including diabetes, thyroid, adrenal, pituitary, and metabolic bone diseases.

No visa sponsorship available.

Clinical Responsibilities

Patient Care:

• Provide comprehensive care for patients with endocrine disorders, including history taking, physical exams, diagnostic evaluation, and individualized treatment planning

• Manage patients with diabetes, including lifestyle counseling, medication management, and insulin therapy

• Diagnose and treat thyroid disorders (e.g., hypo/hyperthyroidism, nodules)

• Evaluate and manage pituitary disorders, including growth hormone deficiency, Cushing’s syndrome, and prolactinomas

• Diagnose and treat adrenal disorders such as Addison’s disease and adrenal insufficiency

• Manage metabolic bone diseases, including osteoporosis and osteomalacia

Collaboration & Education:

• Work closely with primary care physicians, nurses, dietitians, and other specialists to coordinate care

• Educate patients and families about disease processes, treatment options, and self-management strategies

• Participate in hospital committees, quality improvement projects, and professional development activities

Administrative:

• Maintain accurate and timely medical records in compliance with regulatory and ethical standards

• Engage in continuing medical education and stay current with advancements in endocrinology

Qualifications

Education & Training:

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school

• Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency

• Completion of an accredited fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism

Certification & Licensure:

• Board certification or eligibility in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism (ABIM or AOBIM)

• Eligibility for unrestricted medical licensure in New York

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Compassionate, patient-centered approach

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: $275,000 – $325,000/year

• Sign-on bonus and CME reimbursement

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability

• Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays

• 403(b) employer-paid tax-deferred annuity plan

• Credentialing timeframe: 2–3 months

Practice & Lifestyle Highlights

• Community hospital-employed position with supportive infrastructure

• Enjoy all that the NYC area has to offer, including cultural, culinary, and entertainment options

• Abundant public transportation options for easy commuting

• Diverse patient population and collaborative work environment