Endocrinologist (MD/DO) - Texas

Commonwealth Medical Services; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 210,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Texas is seeking an Endocrinologist (MD/DO) to deliver comprehensive evaluation and management of endocrine disorders. The ideal candidate will have completed residency and fellowship training with board certification or eligibility in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism. Responsibilities include diagnosing hormonal imbalances, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with care teams. Strong communication skills and a commitment to patient-centered care are essential for success in this role. Outpatient care with some inpatient consults is expected.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
• DEA registration or eligibility
• Completion of an accredited endocrinology fellowship program.
• Board-eligible or board-certified in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism.
• Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure.
• DEA registration or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients with endocrine and metabolic disorders
• Diagnose and treat complex hormonal imbalances and metabolic conditions
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans
• Provide longitudinal outpatient care and inpatient consultations as needed
• Interpret and manage endocrine-related diagnostic testing and laboratory studies
• Collaborate with primary care providers and specialists
• Educate patients and families regarding disease processes and treatment options
• Supervise and collaborate with advanced practice providers, if applicable
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
• Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards

Skills

Expertise in endocrine and metabolic disease management

Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic skills

Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities

Ability to manage complex, chronic conditions over time

Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Completion of an accredited internal medicine or pediatrics residency

Completion of an accredited endocrinology fellowship program

Board-eligible or board-certified in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism

Unrestricted state medical licensure

DEA registration

Job description

Endocrinologist (MD/DO)

Position Summary

The Endocrinologist provides comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of disorders of the endocrine system. This role focuses on the treatment of hormonal and metabolic conditions through evidence-based medical care, patient education, and collaboration with multidisciplinary care teams to optimize long-term patient outcomes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients with endocrine and metabolic disorders, including diabetes mellitus, thyroid disease, adrenal disorders, pituitary disorders, osteoporosis, and lipid abnormalities
• Diagnose and treat complex hormonal imbalances and metabolic conditions
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans
• Provide longitudinal outpatient care and inpatient consultations as needed
• Interpret and manage endocrine-related diagnostic testing and laboratory studies
• Collaborate with primary care providers and specialists such as nephrology, cardiology, oncology, and surgery
• Educate patients and families regarding disease processes, treatment options, and lifestyle management
• Supervise and collaborate with advanced practice providers, diabetes educators, and trainees, as applicable
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Participate in quality improvement, population health, and patient safety initiatives
• Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited internal medicine or pediatrics residency
• Completion of an accredited endocrinology fellowship program
• Board-eligible or board-certified in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism
• Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
• DEA registration or eligibility

Skills and Competencies

• Expertise in endocrine and metabolic disease management
• Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities
• Ability to manage complex, chronic conditions over time
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care

Work Environment

• Outpatient endocrinology clinics with possible inpatient consult coverage
• Call responsibilities as determined by practice or service needs

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinic and hospital environments
• Manual dexterity for clinical examinations and office-based procedures
• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and data interpretation

Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.