Physician - Endocrinology

SUMMARY: The Endocrinologist provides comprehensive outpatient evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and management of endocrine and metabolic disorders. This physician delivers patient-centered care in an ambulatory setting, collaborating with primary care providers, advanced practice providers, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize clinical outcomes. The Endocrinologist is responsible for managing both acute and chronic endocrine conditions, providing preventive care, and promoting evidence-based treatment strategies.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.
• Diagnose and treat endocrine disorders, including diabetes, thyroid disease, osteoporosis, obesity, adrenal disorders, pituitary disorders, and reproductive hormone conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including medical histories and physical examinations.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic procedures.
• Develop individualized treatment and disease-management plans.
• Prescribe medications and monitor treatment effectiveness.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, lifestyle modifications, and disease prevention.
• Monitor chronic conditions and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Collaborate with primary care physicians, surgeons, nurses, dietitians, and other specialists.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical research, and continuing medical education activities.
• Adhere to applicable regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards.

EDUCATION

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Physician License in Rhode Island Board certification or board eligibility in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism through the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) preferred AHA Basic Life (CPR).

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

Prior endocrinology clinical practice experience preferred Experience with insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) Strong patient communication skills

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None

PAY RANGE

Pay Range: -

EEO STATEMENT

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

LOCATION

East Providence-375 Wampanoag Trail - 375 Wampanoag Trail East Providence, Rhode Island 02915

WORK TYPE

salaried employee

WORK SHIFT

Day

DAILY HOURS

8 hours

DRIVING REQUIRED

No

As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation’s first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state’s largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island. Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. Join us and help build a healthier future for our patients - and for yourself.

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