Physician, Endocrinology Pediatrics

Park Nicollet Health Services; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401k with company contribution

CME reimbursement account

Job summary

Park Nicollet Health Services is seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Endocrinologist to join a well-established practice. This position involves patient care for diabetes and pediatric endocrine health, with opportunities for teaching and clinical research.

You will provide high-quality care and service, collaborating with a team of five specialists, while being part of a large multi-specialty care system in the Twin Cities. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must maintain current state licensure and DEA certificate.
• Proficiency in the operation of medical equipment used in patient care.
• Knowledge of age-related growth and development principles.

Responsibilities

• Provides general patient care involving evaluation and formulation of a care plan.
• Prescribes or administers treatment as per the care plan.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests to assess clinical problems.
• Maintains medical records in accordance with standards.

Skills

Strong technical competence

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Medicine or Osteopathy

Board Certification or eligibility in the specialty

Tools

Telephone

Personal computer

Medical equipment relevant to specialty

Job description

Overview

Park Nicollet Clinic is seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Endocrinologist to join a well‑established subspecialty practice with five Pediatric Endocrinologists and diabetes education staff. As a physician in Pediatric Endocrinology at Park Nicollet, you will impact the care our patients receive daily for diabetes and general pediatric endocrine health concerns. Teaching and clinical research opportunities are also available. By joining our team you will be part of the largest multi‑specialty care system in the Twin Cities.

Job Summary

Provides health care and treatment of patients within the scope of practice as defined by one’s training and/or Board Certification. Administers high quality care and service in accordance with Park Nicollet Health Services standards. Models behaviors consistent with group practice and Park Nicollet Health Services values.

Essential Duties

• (40-80%) – Provides general patient care involving subjective and objective evaluation, assessment, and formulation of a plan of care.
• (10-30%) – Prescribes or administers treatment as determined by the plan of care.
• (5-15%) – Orders and interprets diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients’ clinical problems and health care needs.
• (5-15%) – Consults with and makes appropriate referral to other health care providers in abnormal or unusual cases.
• (100%) – Maintains the medical record in accordance with PNHS standards.
• (100%) – Recognizes and appropriately responds to medical emergencies.
• (100%) – Serves as patient advocate by maintaining patient confidentiality, protecting patient rights, communicating in a timely manner, and resolving concerns or complaints regarding care and service.
• (1-10%) – Assists in development of new policies, programs, procedures, or techniques in the designated department.
• (1-10%) – Participates in research, educational or other special projects as needed.
• (1-10%) – Performs other related tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:
  • Graduate of an accredited school of Medicine or Osteopathy.
• Licensure/Registration/Certification:
  • Board Certification or eligibility in the specialty is required of all new hires.
  • Must maintain current state licensure and DEA certificate.
  • Position requires credentialing, following the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) guidelines.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Demonstrates knowledge of age‑related growth and development principles necessary to provide appropriate service and assure safety of patients.
  • Proven proficiency in the operation of the following: telephone, dictation devices, CRT, personal computer, printer and photocopier.
  • Proven proficiency in operation of all equipment used in the direct care and treatment of patients in the related specialty.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Strong technical competence, problem‑solving, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

HealthPartners benefit offerings (for 0.5 FTE or greater) include medical insurance, dental insurance, 401k with company contribution and match, 457(b) with company contribution, life insurance, AD&D insurance, disability insurance, malpractice insurance for work done on behalf of HealthPartners as well as a CME reimbursement account. Our clinician well‑being program provides information, tools and resources tailored to meet the unique needs of our health‑care professionals, including physicians, advanced practice clinicians (APCs) and dentists. HealthPartners is a qualified non‑profit employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Apply

For more information about the position or to apply, please contact Kevin Noth, [e-mail]. For immediate consideration, please apply online.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.