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Job description
Pediatric Endocrinologist (MD/DO) Position Summary The Pediatric Endocrinologist provides comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of hormonal and metabolic disorders in infants, children, and adolescents. This role focuses on evidence-based, patient- and family-centered care, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and longitudinal management of complex endocrine conditions across outpatient and inpatient settings.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Evaluate and manage pediatric patients with endocrine disorders including diabetes mellitus, growth disorders, thyroid disease, adrenal disorders, pubertal disorders, bone and mineral metabolism disorders, and disorders of sexual development
Provide outpatient pediatric endocrinology clinic care and inpatient consultation services as needed
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans and long-term management strategies
Interpret and manage diagnostic studies including laboratory testing, imaging, and growth data
Manage insulin therapy, diabetes technology, and other endocrine medications
Collaborate with primary care providers, dietitians, diabetes educators, psychologists, and pediatric subspecialists
Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medication management, and lifestyle considerations
Participate in multidisciplinary clinics and care conferences
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
Supervise and educate residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, or trainees as applicable
Participate in on-call coverage for pediatric endocrinology services
Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards
Qualifications Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
Completion of an accredited Pediatrics residency program
Completion of an accredited Pediatric Endocrinology fellowship program
Board-eligible or board-certified in Pediatric Endocrinology
Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
DEA registration or eligibility
Skills and Competencies Expertise in pediatric endocrine and metabolic disorders
Strong clinical judgment and longitudinal disease management skills
Excellent communication and family counseling abilities
Ability to manage complex, chronic pediatric conditions
Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care
Work Environment Outpatient pediatric endocrinology clinics with possible inpatient consultation responsibilities
Schedule typically includes clinic hours with on-call coverage as required
Physical Requirements Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinical environments
Manual dexterity for pediatric examinations and procedures
Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and communication
Worksite address
rapid city, SD, 57701, US
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