Physician - Endocrinology

Westerly Hospital; New London (CT); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive health insurance

Generous PTO program

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Connecticut is seeking a full-time Physician specializing in Endocrinology. The role involves examining patients, treating illnesses, managing care delivery, and collaborating with medical personnel. Ideal candidates will hold an MD or DO and have completed an Endocrinology fellowship. New graduates are encouraged to apply. The position offers a positive work environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits, including relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• MD or DO needed from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an Internal Medicine or Family Medicine residency.
• Completion of an Endocrinology fellowship required.
• New graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients and treat acute and chronic illnesses.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Create treatment plans and document properly.
• Collaborate with staff for care delivery improvements.
• Provide on-call coverage as necessary.

Skills

Knowledge of medical principles

Ability to communicate effectively

Stress management

Interpersonal skills

Education

MD or DO from an accredited medical school

Completion of an Internal Medicine residency

Completion of an Endocrinology fellowship

Tools

EMR System: EPIC

Job description

Overview

Job Posting Title: Physician (Endocrinology)

Hospital Sites: NEMG Multispecialty Center / Stonington Medical Center

Locations: New London / Stonington, CT

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, daytime (no evenings or weekends)

Scheduled Hours: 36 hours/week

Position Type: Full‑time

EMR System: EPIC

Why Choose Yale New Haven Health?

• Excellent work environment — Keeping the patient at the center of everything we do, we focus on improving clinical care, outcomes, patient satisfaction, safety, value, clinical research, and education. Our efforts reach beyond the walls of our hospitals to care for our communities, too.
• Career Advancement — Unlock your potential and embrace exciting opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within our esteemed healthcare system.
• Relocation Assistance — We recognize how vital a smooth transition is, and with our relocation assistance, your journey can be seamless.
• Benefits — Competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Pension plan matched tax‑sheltered annuity plan and Roth contributions — tuition assistance effective day one. Generous PTO program, loan forgiveness program.
• Employment Perks — Employee wellness initiatives and support programs. Professional development and continuing education opportunities. Yale New Haven Health includes Yale New Haven, Bridgeport, Greenwich, Lawrence + Memorial, and Westerly hospitals; several specialty networks; and Northeast Medical Group, a physician‑led multi‑specialty group with over 1,000 physicians.

Location (New Haven, CT)

New Haven is a vibrant coastal city with a unique blend of culture, history, and modern amenities. Home to Yale University, it offers world‑class museums, theaters, and music venues, along with a lively intellectual atmosphere. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy scenic parks, waterfront views, and hiking trails at East and West Rock, while food lovers will appreciate its renowned culinary scene (especially its legendary pizza) often ranked among the best in the country.

Conveniently located between New York City and Boston, New Haven provides easy access to major metropolitan areas while maintaining a more affordable cost of living. The city combines urban energy with coastal charm, offering diverse housing options, excellent dining, and a strong sense of community. It’s an ideal place for professionals seeking career growth, cultural experiences, and a balanced lifestyle.

Responsibilities

• 1. Examines patients, obtains medical histories and treats acute and chronic illnesses
• 2. Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic tests
• 3. Involves patients and their families in care and treatment decisions
• 4. Creates treatment plans and completes orders in patient's charts
• 5. Collaborates on improvements in care delivery and service with staff, other physicians and management
• 6. Initiates appropriate specialty referrals
• 7. Provides clinical information to the interdisciplinary team in a clear and timely manner
• 8. Ensures that proper patient documentation is timely, accurate and complete
• 9. Works with practice management to ensure proper compliance with billing, coding and CPT code assignment
• 10. Achieves and maintains optimal patient access
• 11. Provides interdepartmental medical consultation as requested
• 12. Participates in the development of medical protocols, standard procedures and management of patient‑care‑related activities
• 13. Provides on‑call coverage
• 14. Gives feedback to and accepts feedback from all staff in respectful manner
• 15. Acts in a positive and professional manner, complying with practice policies, procedures and federal and state laws
• 16. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned
  • 16.1 Promotes health education in conjunction with other health professionals

Qualifications

EDUCATION

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an Internal Medicine residency or Family Medicine residency
• Completion of an Endocrinology fellowship
• New graduates welcome to apply

Experience

Preferred: Professional clinical experience in outpatient Endocrinology

LICENSURE

• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Endocrinology
• Active, unrestricted Connecticut medical license (or eligibility to obtain)
• Active DEA registration and Controlled Substance Certificate
• BLS certification

Special Skills

Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures and techniques. Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment. Ability to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality patient care. Ability to receive detailed information and express and exchange ideas orally. Ability to perform under stress. Possesses excellent written and oral communication, listening and social skills. Ability to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels and value systems. Professionally performs in a tactful manner. Taps experience and uses independent judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with the practice of internal and family medicine.

Additional Information

To learn more, please email our In‑House Physician Recruiter

James Hammell at [e-mail]