Endocrinologist - (PH7102 - Endocrinology Campus)

CommuniCare Health Center Jobs•San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

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
Completion of an Internal Medicine residency program
Board certified in Endocrinology
Board certification or eligibility required in Internal Medicine
Annual continuing medical education as required by Board specialty
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
Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS), Instructor-Led by American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

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.
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.
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.
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.
Maintains knowledge and continuing education related to advancements in the field of endocrinology.
Maintains appropriate productivity standards of specialty as established by the Center; maintains appropriate and efficient patient flow and minimize schedule changes and absences.
Provides excellent customer service to assist patients with their health care needs.
Trains, mentors and supervises students and clinical support staff, as appropriate.
Follows established departmental and clinic policies, procedures, and objectives; continuous quality improvements objectives and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
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.
Performs other related duties as assigned.