ENDOCRINOLOGY PHYSICIAN

The Endocrinology Physicians at Independence Health System provide outpatient evaluation, treatment, and long‑term management of endocrine and metabolic disorders, including diabetes, thyroid disease, osteoporosis, and hormonal conditions. This physician delivers comprehensive, evidence‑based care to adult patients through outpatient clinic visits, diagnostic evaluation, medication management, and ongoing monitoring of chronic endocrine conditions.  Responsibilities include direct supervision of advanced practice providers, diagnostic interpretation, individualized treatment planning, and patient education. Physicians are required to be on call for the outpatient clinic on a regular rotation, which is shared with the advanced practice providers. Strong clinical skills, excellent communication, and a commitment to high‑quality chronic disease management are essential. The role also involves participation in quality improvement initiatives, adherence to regulatory and ethical standards, and ongoing professional development to maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of advancements in endocrine care.

Required Qualifications / Experience

• Graduate of a medical school accredited by the LCME or ADA, OR
• Graduate of an AMA‑governed Fifth Pathway program, OR
• Graduate of an international medical school with valid ECFMG certification.
• Successful completion of an ACGME‑ or AOA‑accredited Internal Medicine residency program.
• Successful completion of an ACGME‑ or AOA‑accredited Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism fellowship program.
• Demonstrated strong leadership abilities with excellent organizational, independent, and critical‑thinking skills.
• Sound clinical judgment with comprehensive knowledge of legal, ethical, and liability considerations related to the practice of medicine.
• Strong ability to effectively communicate complex and potentially sensitive endocrine‑related conditions, treatment options, and care plans to a diverse outpatient population.

Preferred Qualifications / Experience

• Experience in outpatient endocrinology practice, including management of diabetes, thyroid disorders, osteoporosis, adrenal and pituitary conditions, and metabolic disorders.

• Prior experience supervising, mentoring, or collaborating with Advanced Practice Providers in endocrinology or internal medicine–based outpatient practices.

• Demonstrated commitment to modeling the ACGME six (6) core competencies:
• Patient Care
• Medical Knowledge
• Practice‑Based Learning and Improvement
• Interpersonal and Communication Skills
• Professionalism
• Systems‑Based Practice
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary healthcare team in an ambulatory or clinic‑based setting.
• Familiarity with quality improvement initiatives, population health management, and evidence‑based outpatient care.

License, Certification & Clearances

• Current and unrestricted medical license in the state of Pennsylvania (or eligibility to obtain).
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM).
• Active DEA registration with appropriate prescribing authority.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance (with renewal).
• Act 34 Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (with renewal).
• Act 73 FBI Criminal Background Check.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through an American Heart Association–approved CPR/AED program.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

• Schedule will be outpatient‑focused and determined based on clinic operations and patient care needs; on call responsibilities as scheduled.
• Local travel may be required between affiliated outpatient clinics or system locations.