Endocrinologist

Howard Head Sports Medicine; Avon, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 385,728,000 - 413,280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing programs

Relocation support

Educational programs

Wellbeing reimbursement

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Vail Health in Avon, CO seeks an Endocrinologist to lead comprehensive endocrine care, including diabetes management and thyroid disease, within a collaborative team.

You’ll apply ultrasound skills, participate in advanced diabetes management, and contribute to quality initiatives while maintaining hands-on patient care in a mountain health system setting.

Qualifications

• Two years of clinical endocrinology experience preferred.
• Experience with thyroid ultrasound and ultrasound-guided FNAs.
• Expertise in advanced diabetes management including insulin pumps and CGM.
• Able to care for endocrine and metabolic diseases across a broad spectrum.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive endocrine care including diabetes, thyroid, pituitary and adrenal disorders.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based care delivery.
• Support training of APPs and clinical staff while maintaining hands-on patient care.

Skills

Diabetes management

Thyroid ultrasound

Ultrasound-guided FNA

Endocrinology expertise

Education

MD/DO degree

Fellowship training

Job description

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6178 Endocrinology

Endocrinologist

Schedule

Schedule Full-time year-round Shift Days

Details

Company Colorado Mountain Medical Location Avon, CO Category Physician/Advanced Practice Providers Clinical Yes Close Date September 14, 2026

Pay

Hourly $280,000.00 – $300,000.00 USD

Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here .

Relocation and temporary housing support available!

Why Join Vail Health – Endocrinology Physician

Practice at the Top of Your Specialty

This role offers the opportunity to manage the full spectrum of endocrine and metabolic conditions, including advanced diabetes care, thyroid disease, pituitary and adrenal disorders, metabolic bone disease, and lipid disorders. You’ll practice comprehensive, high-acuity endocrinology in a setting that values clinical excellence and thoughtful, evidence-based care.

Advanced Diabetes & Technology-Driven Care

Physicians with interest or expertise in insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitoring, and complex diabetes management will thrive here. The role supports advanced interpretation of data and modern treatment approaches, allowing you to truly impact patient outcomes.

Collaborative, Team-Based Environment

You’ll work alongside a highly integrated clinical team that includes registered nurses, a certified diabetes educator, advanced practice providers, care techs, and physician partners. This multidisciplinary model allows you to focus on high-value clinical care while sharing responsibility across a supportive team.

Influence Clinical Quality and Protocols

This position goes beyond patient visits—you’ll help shape clinical protocols, participate in quality improvement initiatives, and use data and outcomes to continually enhance care delivery. Your voice will directly influence how endocrinology care is delivered across the clinic.

Leadership Without Losing Clinical Focus

For physicians interested in leadership, this role offers meaningful involvement in training APPs and clinical staff, reviewing documentation and coding accuracy, and contributing to policy and protocol development—without stepping away from hands‑on patient care.

Patient-Centered Culture

You’ll play an active role in monitoring patient satisfaction, collaborating with operations to resolve concerns, and modeling Vail Health’s Just Culture and organizational values. The emphasis is on respectful, transparent, and compassionate care for both patients and colleagues.

Professional Stability & Organizational Support

As a key physician within the Vail Health system, you’ll have the support of an established organization that values physician input, clinical governance, and sustainable practice models.

Engaged Medical Community

Participation in quarterly medical staff meetings and committees provides opportunities to connect with peers, contribute to system-wide initiatives, and stay engaged in the broader medical community.

Exceptional Mountain Lifestyle

Located in the Vail Valley, this role offers an unmatched work‑life balance with access to world‑class outdoor recreation, including skiing, hiking, biking, and a vibrant mountain community—making it an ideal opportunity for physicians seeking both professional fulfillment and quality of life.

What you will need:

Experience:

• Preferred two years clinical experience.
• Preferred experience/skill with thyroid ultrasound and ultrasound guided FNAs.
• Knowledge/interest/expertise in the advanced management of all forms of diabetes mellitus, including skilled interpretation of data from and use of insulin pumps and continuous glucose sensors.
• Interest/knowledge in caring for patients with any and all forms of endocrine and metabolic disease, including, but not limited to: thyroid dysfunction, thyroid cancer, pituitary disease, adrenal disease, gonadal disease, symptomatic menopause, all forms of diabetes mellitus, metabolic/lipid disorders, calcium disorders, osteoporosis, etc.

License(s) and Certification(s):

• Board Certification in Endocrinology
• A license to practice medicine in the state of Colorado
• A current DEA registration number

Education:

• Completion of a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree from an accredited institution is required
• Fellowship training required.

Physician Benefits at Vail Health Include:

• Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:
• Competitive wages
• Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
• Housing programs
• Medical
• Vision
• Educational Programs:
• Tuition Assistance
• Existing Student Loan RepaymentAnnual Continued Medical Education funds and days
• Medical Staff Dues
• Retirement & Supplemental Insurance:
• 403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More:
• Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement

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Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.