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Job description
Providence is seeking a full-time Pediatric Endocrinologist to diagnose, treat, and manage infants, children, adolescents, and young adults with endocrine and metabolic disorders in Anchorage, Alaska. This position will provide comprehensive care for conditions affecting growth, puberty, diabetes, thyroid function, adrenal disorders, bone health, obesity, and other hormonal abnormalities. The Pediatric Endocrinologist works collaboratively with primary care providers, subspecialists, nurses, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Evaluate, diagnose, and manage pediatric patients with endocrine and metabolic disorders
Provide outpatient and inpatient consultations and follow-up care
Develop individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices
Manage patients with conditions including: Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes mellitus, growth disorders and short stature, thyroid diseases, pubertal and reproductive endocrine disorders, adrenal and pituitary disorders, obesity and metabolic syndrome, calcium, vitamin D, and bone disorders, and disorders of sexual development
Interpret laboratory studies, imaging, and specialized endocrine testing
Prescribe and monitor medications and hormone therapies
Educate patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, and disease management
Promote healthy lifestyle interventions and preventive care
Support patient self-management and adherence to treatment plans
Collaborate with pediatricians, family medicine physicians, dietitians, social workers, and other specialists
Participate in multidisciplinary clinics and care conferences
Coordinate transitions of care from pediatric to adult endocrinology services when appropriate
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong clinical expertise in pediatric endocrine disorders
Excellent diagnostic and analytical skills
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Commitment to patient-centered care, quality, and safety
Cultural competence and sensitivity when caring for diverse populations
Qualifications & Requirements:
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Completion of an accredited Pediatric Residency Program
Completion of an accredited Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship
Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Endocrinology
Unrestricted medical license or eligibility for licensure in Alaska
Current DEA registration (or eligibility)
Position Highlights:
Full-time position
Flexible schedule with in-person and Telehealth option
Sign-on bonus and generous relocation assistance
Open to J1 and H1b applicants
Where You'll Work
Providence Medical Group - Alaska is a multi-specialty group with 70 physicians and advanced-practice clinicians serving greater Anchorage and the Matanuska-Susitna Valley. With this strong network of primary and specialty care, Providence Medical Group - Alaska is focused on serving its community and being the best place in the state to practice medicine and receive care.
Where You'll Live
Anchorage, with 285,000 residents, is a modern American city surrounded by spectacular scenery and endless outdoor recreation opportunities. Within city limits are hundreds of miles of trails for hiking, biking and skiing, a ski resort, golf courses, major dogsled race starts, and several peaks of the hugely popular Chugach Mountains. With shopping malls, world-class restaurants, brewpubs, two universities, a sports arena and a performing arts center, Anchorage blends city living with the wilderness of the great outdoors.
Who You'll Work For
Providence is a nationally recognized, comprehensive health care organization spanning seven states with a universal mission - to provide compassionate care to all who need its services, especially the poor and vulnerable. Its 119,000-plus caregivers/employees serve in 51 hospitals, more than 800 clinics and a comprehensive range of health and social services. Providence: one name, one family, one extraordinary health system.
Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran
Job ID Number: 25785
Facility Name: Providence Medical Group - Alaska
Location Name: Anchorage
Brand Name: Providence
Provider Profession: Physician/Surgeon
Medical Specialty: Pediatric General
Job Setting: Medical Clinic
Type of Role: Clinical
Sub-specialty: Pediatric Endocrinology
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Phone Number:
Schedule: Full Time
CP: Yes
CB: Yes
HC: Yes
IS: No
YM: Yes
J1: Yes
H1B: Yes
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anchorage, AK, 99507, US
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