Endocrinologist

Job Description/Summary/Objectives:

University of Pittsburgh Physicians seeks an Endocrinologist to diagnose and treat patients with disorders of the endocrine system, including patients with diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders, and other conditions affecting hormone function, reproduction, growth, bone health, and metabolism; perform physical exams, order diagnostic tests, interpret the results, order appropriate interventions, therapies, medications, and other treatment modalities, and establish preventative health practices for patients; refer patients with comorbid conditions to other specialists, as needed, to optimize patient care; collect, record, and maintain details of the patients' histories, physical examinations, diagnostic test results, assessments, management plans and treatment outcomes.

Job Responsibilities:

+ Diagnose and treat patients with disorders of the endocrine system, including patients with diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders, and other conditions affecting hormone function, reproduction, growth, bone health, and metabolism;

+ Perform physical exams, order diagnostic tests, interpret the results, order appropriate interventions, therapies, medications, and other treatment modalities, and establish preventative health practices for patients;

+ Refer patients with comorbid conditions to other specialists, as needed, to optimize patient care;

+ Collect, record, and maintain details of the patients' histories, physical examinations, diagnostic test results, assessments, management plans and treatment outcomes.

+ Must have a Medical degree or equivalent.

+ Must have completed a residency in Internal Medicine;

+ Must have completed a fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism;

+ Must be Board Certified or eligible for certification in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology;

+ Must have a valid unrestricted PA medical license or eligibility.

+ Some telecommuting permissible.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran