Endocrinology Specialist

Position Title: Endocrinologist at Veterans Affairs

Organization: Veterans Health Administration

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive care in diagnosing and managing disorders related to the endocrine system and the hormones produced by these glands.
• Address conditions affecting the endocrine system, including the pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal glands, pancreas, ovaries, and testes.
• Oversee treatment for diabetes, insulin pump management, metabolic syndromes, osteoporosis, menopause, infertility, and endocrine-related cancers.

Core Duties:

• Provide direct patient care through both inpatient and outpatient consultation services.
• Diagnose and treat adult patients presenting with various medical conditions.
• Manage general medical conditions in an outpatient environment and offer consultation during emergencies in an inpatient setting.
• Order and interpret routine diagnostic imaging and laboratory tests.
• Engage in performance improvement initiatives and collaborate with other medical specialties.
• Adhere to VA protocols and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Work Schedule: Standard hours are Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Employee Benefits:

• Attractive Salary, Annual Performance Bonuses, Regular Salary Increases
• Generous Paid Time Off totaling 50-55 days annually
• Comprehensive Health, Vision, Dental, Term Life, and Long-Term Care Insurance
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) reimbursement up to $1,000 per year
• Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage

Qualifications:

Applicants must fulfill basic requirements, including U.S. Citizenship and possession of a Doctor of Medicine degree from an accredited institution.

Completion of residency training in an accredited program is essential. Board Certification in Endocrinology is highly desirable.

Physical Demands:

Requirements include visual acuity, acute hearing, manual dexterity, and the ability to engage in prolonged periods of sitting, walking, standing, and other physical activities.

Additional Information:

This job posting may be utilized to fill multiple positions. The VA encourages applications from individuals with disabilities.

Veterans and Transitioning Service Members are encouraged to explore resources available through the VA for Vets site for career support.