Per Diem Endocrinologist - Atrius Health
About The Position
Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a per diem Endocrinologist to join its team in South Easton, Massachusetts. The role is part of Optum Care Delivery, an organization focused on improving health care and supporting clinicians with clinical resources, data, and organizational support. The Endocrinologist provides specialized care in an ambulatory setting, collaborating with primary care providers and clinical and administrative teams. The role includes assessing patients, developing and implementing care plans, prescribing treatments, educating patients and groups, and contributing to health education programs. The position offers an opportunity to practice autonomously while partnering with primary care within Atrius Health’s team-based model. Atrius Health is a physician-led healthcare organization recognized for clinical innovation, quality improvement, and value-based care. Its connected-care model brings together primary and specialty care providers, hospital partners, community specialists, and skilled nursing facilities. Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $xx.xx to $xx.xx per hour; total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and may vary based on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, productivity, and performance. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited medical school or school of osteopathic medicine.
- Board certified or board-certified eligible in Endocrinology.
- Current active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority, or ability to obtain it after hire in accordance with state regulations.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty.
Responsibilities
- Perform physical assessments on patients with specialized conditions.
- Develop and implement plans of care, and prescribe medications, exercises, and/or other treatments.
- Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams in managing patient care and maintain continuity of care by exchanging information with outside health and social agencies.
- Serve as a liaison between primary care providers and specialists, including general surgeons, urologists, orthopedic surgeons, and ENT surgeons; consult with primary care providers on patient-care issues.
- Teach and counsel individuals and groups regarding specific healthcare needs, and serve as an educator in areas of specialization.
- Participate in developing health education programs.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase.
- 401(k) contribution.
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Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
