Consultant-Endocrinologist

DR.KAMAKSHI MEMORIAL HOSPITAL PVT. LTD., (Inst. Code - 381) CHENNAI; Chennai District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital invites a Consultant Endocrinologist to diagnose and manage diabetes, thyroid, pituitary, adrenal, and metabolic disorders. You will conduct outpatient consultations and provide inpatient endocrine care.

You will interpret hormonal tests, develop individualized treatment plans, coordinate with a multidisciplinary team, manage endocrine emergencies, document thoroughly, ensure NABH compliance, and participate in CMEs, audits, research, and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• MBBS with MD/DNB in General Medicine or higher.
• DM/DrNB in Endocrinology.
• Valid NMC/State Medical Council Registration.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage endocrine disorders including diabetes, thyroid, pituitary, adrenal, and metabolic diseases.
• Conduct outpatient consultations and provide inpatient endocrine care.
• Evaluate hormonal assays, lab tests, imaging, and other diagnostics.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor progress with follow-ups.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary specialists for integrated patient care.
• Manage endocrine emergencies such as DKA, thyroid storm, and adrenal crisis.
• Maintain medical records, discharge summaries, and documentation.

Skills

Endocrinology

Diabetes management

Clinical reasoning

Patient counseling

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Documentation

Emergency management

Education

MBBS with MD / DNB in General Medicine

DM / DrNB in Endocrinology

NMC / State Medical Council Registration

Job description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Diagnose and manage endocrine disorders, including diabetes mellitus, thyroid diseases, pituitary disorders, adrenal disorders, osteoporosis, obesity, metabolic syndrome, and hormonal imbalances. Conduct outpatient consultations and provide inpatient endocrine care. Evaluate and interpret hormonal assays, laboratory investigations, imaging studies, and other diagnostic tests. Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor patient progress through regular follow-ups. Manage diabetes using oral medications, insulin therapy, insulin pumps, and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), where applicable. Counsel patients on lifestyle modification, nutrition, weight management, and preventive healthcare. Coordinate with physicians, surgeons, nephrologists, cardiologists, ophthalmologists, dietitians, and other specialists for multidisciplinary patient care. Manage endocrine emergencies such as diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), thyroid storm, adrenal crisis, and severe hypoglycemia. Maintain accurate medical records, discharge summaries, and clinical documentation. Ensure compliance with NABH standards, infection control protocols, patient safety guidelines, and hospital policies. Participate in CMEs, multidisciplinary meetings, clinical audits, research activities, and quality improvement initiatives. Mentor junior doctors and healthcare professionals in endocrinology and diabetes management.

Qualifications & Experience

MBBS with MD / DNB in General Medicine DM / DrNB in Endocrinology Valid NMC / State Medical Council Registration Relevant experience as a Consultant Endocrinologist in a multispecialty or tertiary care hospital preferred

Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of endocrinology and metabolic disorders Expertise in diabetes management and hormonal disorders Excellent clinical reasoning and diagnostic skills Strong communication and patient counseling abilities Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment Commitment to evidence-based medicine and quality patient care Good documentation and presentation skills Ability to manage endocrine emergencies and complex clinical cases