Physician

Brown-University-Health-1; East Providence (RI); On-site; USD 210,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking an experienced Endocrinologist to provide comprehensive outpatient care in East Providence, RI, diagnosing and treating diabetes, thyroid, osteoporosis, obesity, and other metabolic disorders while collaborating with primary care, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, and other specialists.

You will order and interpret labs and imaging, develop individualized management plans, educate patients and families, monitor chronic conditions, and participate in research and

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Rhode Island physician license.
• Board certification or eligibility in Endocrinology preferred.
• Experience with insulin pumps and CGM is valued.
• Strong communication with patients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat endocrine disorders, including diabetes, thyroid disease, osteoporosis, obesity, adrenal disorders, pituitary disorders, and reproductive hormone conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including medical histories and physical examinations.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic procedures.
• Develop individualized treatment and disease-management plans.
• Prescribe medications and monitor treatment effectiveness.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, lifestyle modifications, and disease prevention.
• Monitor chronic conditions and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Collaborate with primary care physicians, surgeons, nurses, dietitians, and other specialists.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical research, and continuing medical education activities.
• Adhere to applicable regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards.

Skills

Endocrinology practice

Patient communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Diabetes management

Education

MD/DO

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

SUMMARY

The Endocrinologist provides comprehensive outpatient evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and management of endocrine and metabolic disorders. This physician delivers patient-centered care in an ambulatory setting, collaborating with primary care providers, advanced practice providers, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize clinical outcomes. The Endocrinologist is responsible for managing both acute and chronic endocrine conditions, providing preventive care, and promoting evidence-based treatment strategies.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

• Diagnose and treat endocrine disorders, including diabetes, thyroid disease, osteoporosis, obesity, adrenal disorders, pituitary disorders, and reproductive hormone conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including medical histories and physical examinations.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic procedures.
• Develop individualized treatment and disease-management plans.
• Prescribe medications and monitor treatment effectiveness.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, lifestyle modifications, and disease prevention.
• Monitor chronic conditions and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Collaborate with primary care physicians, surgeons, nurses, dietitians, and other specialists.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical research, and continuing medical education activities.
• Adhere to applicable regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards.

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Physician License in Rhode Island
• Board certification or board eligibility in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism through the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) preferred
• AHA Basic Life (CPR)

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

• Prior endocrinology clinical practice experience preferred
• Experience with insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM)
• Strong patient communication skills

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

Pay Range

EEO Statement

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location

East Providence-375 Wampanoag Trail - 375 Wampanoag Trail East Providence, Rhode Island 02915

Work Type

salaried employee

Work Shift

Day

Daily Hours

8 hours

Driving Required

No