Endocrinologist - Texas

iRecruitmd; Brownwood (TX); On-site; USD 230,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

iRecruitmd is seeking an Endocrinologist to provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of endocrine disorders in outpatient and inpatient settings, emphasizing evidence-based care.

The role requires board eligibility or certification in Endocrinology, strong clinical judgement, and collaboration with primary care and specialty teams; state licensure and DEA registration are required.

Qualifications

• MD/DO from an accredited medical school is required.
• Residency in internal medicine or pediatrics is required.
• Endocrinology fellowship training is required.
• Board-eligible or board-certified in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism.
• Must obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure.
• DEA registration or eligibility.

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.

Skills

Endocrinology expertise

Diabetes care

Patient education

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Clinical judgment

Documentation

Education

MD/DO from an accredited medical school

Internal medicine or pediatrics residency

Endocrinology fellowship program

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

Ability to obtain unrestricted state licensure

DEA registration or eligibility

Job description

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
• 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

Requirements

Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.