Internal Medicine Physician (Endocrinologist) (PH7102 - Endocrinology Campus)

The Internal Medicine Physician (Endocrinologist) will diagnose, treat, and manage disorders of the endocrine system, which include the thyroid, pancreas, adrenal glands, pituitary and hypothalamus.  Provides quality, comprehensive health care services to the Center’s endocrinology patients. 

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Diagnoses and treats endocrine conditions by documenting patients medical histories, conducting physical examinations of patients, educating patients and ordering or performing diagnostic tests. Diagnoses hormonal and metabolic disorders such as diabetes, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, adrenal disorders, osteoporosis, and infertility.

 

2. Conducts consultations with patients referred by other physicians to assess symptoms and medical history. Performs comprehensive physical exams and orders diagnostic tests, including blood, urine, and imaging studies. 

 

3. Maintains a problem-oriented health record for each patient seen in accordance with the Center’s established Health Information Management policies and procedures to include providing appropriate and legible documentation.  Completes thorough documentation of each patient’s visit in the electronic health record and ensures encounters are closed within 24 hours in accordance with the Center’s established Health Information Management policies and procedures.

 

4. Assures continuity of care by providing comprehensive medical services on a timely basis as per Clinic schedule within the Center’s scope of practice and the provider’s training.  

 

5. Maintains knowledge and continuing education related to advancements in the field of endocrinology.

 

6. Maintains appropriate productivity standards of specialty as established by the Center; maintains appropriate and efficient patient flow and minimize schedule changes and absences.  

 

7. Provides excellent customer service to assist patients with their health care needs. 

 

8. Trains, mentors and supervises students and clinical support staff, as appropriate.  

 

9. Follows established departmental and clinic policies, procedures, and objectives; continuous quality improvements objectives and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.  

 

10. Participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs as needed. Attends and participates in clinic meetings / departmental meetings and other clinic functions as required by the Center.  

 

11. Performs other related duties as assigned. 

 

 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess a current unrestricted license to practice Medicine in the State of Texas

M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited School of Medicine or Osteopathy and completion of an Internal Medicine residency program 

Board certified in Endocrinology

Board certification or eligibility required in Internal Medicine highly preferred

Annual continuing medical education as required by Board specialty

Must be registered and have current DEA and other such certificates to legally operate a practitioner in the State of Texas

Hospital privileges at designated area hospitals if required for specialty

Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS), Instructor-Led by American Heart Association 

Scheduled hours and/or work locations are subject to change

 

REQUIRED PHYSICAL AND MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:

 

Finger Dexterity: Using fingers to make small movements such as typing or picking up small objects.  Normal fine and gross motor control of fingers and hands.

 

Talking: Frequently conveying detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, clearly, or quickly.

 

Hearing: Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information; hear whispered voice at five (5) feet.

 

Repetitive Motions: Frequently and regularly using the wrists, hands, and fingers.

 

Visual: Visual acuity necessary for the proper evaluation of a patient and to prepare or inspect documents or other materials.  Ability to accurately view computer monitors

 

Physical: Sitting 20-30% of time and standing, walking 70-80% of time. Lift up to 25 lbs; push and pull up to 45 lbs.  Able to bend at the waist, twist and turn along axial plane.