Endocrinologist (M68055)

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Richmond, VA seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor for the Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism. This role involves teaching and mentoring medical students and residents, conducting research, and providing exceptional patient care in endocrinology. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to professionalism and have experience in working with diverse populations. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to scholarly activities and enhance clinical programs in diabetes and related disorders.

Qualifications

• Must be board eligible/board certified in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism.
• Demonstrated experience in a respectful environment with diverse populations.
• Ability to qualify for an appointment at the assistant or associate professor level.

Responsibilities

• Teach endocrinology fellows and medical students in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Engage in clinical and administrative research initiatives.
• Provide excellent patient care in general endocrinology.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Patient Care

Education

Board certified in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism

Assistant or associate professor qualification

Job description

Division of Endocrinology, Department of Internal Medicine

VCU Health - Richmond, VA

Mission or Goal of Unit: To provide excellent, compassionate, evidence based, efficient patient care while educating the physicians and healthcare professionals of tomorrow using state‑of‑the‑art facilities and knowledge.

Chief Purpose of this Position

The Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism of Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine seeks applicants for a position at the Assistant/Associate Professor level to enhance clinical programs in the care of patients with diabetes, related metabolic conditions and endocrine disorders. The successful candidate will participate as Clinician‑Educator in the teaching and mentoring of medical students, residents and endocrinology fellows in inpatient and outpatient settings; will establish outpatient clinics in diabetes, general endocrinology and other areas according to the applicant’s interest; and will contribute to the overall scholarly and research activities of the Division.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teaching Staff Endocrinology fellows’ clinic and endocrinology consultation service. Teach fellows, residents and medical students using adult teaching methods that enhance and encourage active learning and ongoing professional development. Complete student, resident and fellow evaluations. Participate in other endocrine educational activities including resident didactic series, noon conferences, morning report, Endocrine and Internal Medicine Grand Rounds, instruct undergraduate endocrine course and other educational duties assigned by the department and service.
• Research Participate in clinical and administrative research according to skills, interest and funding. Provide mentoring and supervision of fellows and residents in research and QI initiatives. Research opportunities may include performance improvement initiatives or formal extramurally funded investigations and participation may be as principal investigator or co‑investigator.
• Service Work with institutional and administrative staff to attain the objectives of Virginia Commonwealth University and VCU Health System including patient safety, customer satisfaction, maintenance and enhancement of public perception and fiscal health.
• Clinical Provide excellent patient care in general endocrinology and focused areas of interest and experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Actively participate in management of patients on endocrinology consult service. Join colleagues in assuring service coverage 24/7/365.
• Other Comply promptly with billing, documentation, credentialing and other administrative requirements of the department.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Board eligible/board certified in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism
• Qualify for an appointment at the assistant or associate professor level
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU