Physician – Endocrinology

Brown Medicine; East Providence (RI); On-site; USD 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a board-eligible/board-certified Endocrinologist to provide comprehensive outpatient evaluation and management of endocrine disorders in East Providence, RI. The physician will collaborate with PCPs, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, and other specialists to optimize patient outcomes.

This salaried, day-shift role emphasizes evidence-based treatment, preventive care, patient education, and participation in quality improvement and clinical research.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Rhode Island physician license.
• Board certification or board eligibility in Endocrinology preferred.
• AHA Basic Life (CPR) certification.

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 history and physical examinations.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostics.
• 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

Strong patient communication skills

Experience in endocrinology

Education

MD/DO

Tools

Insulin pumps

CGM

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

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