Endocrinology Job Opening in State College, PA Located 140 miles from Pittsburgh; 170 miles from Baltimore, MD.
Position Details: Full-time, permanent position. Looking to employ an Endocrinology physician who can become the leader of the Division. Rate of transition to the leadership position will depend on the experience of the successful candidate. Mentored transition over several years is an option. The group currently has 2 Endocrinologists, 1 NP, and 2 PAs. Looking to add another PA/NP soon. Diabetic patients are seen with 4 co-located Diabetes Educators. The practice has a large catchment area and will see patients with all usual and some unusual endocrine problems. Standard endocrinology testing is available, including Insulin Tolerance Testing. Diabetes care focuses on population health, led by one of the NPs. Applicants must be Endocrinology BE/BC. Several years of experience in the practice of endocrinology is preferred. The group offers a competitive compensation package. M-F work schedule, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm; providers determine their scheduling. All diabetes patients are scheduled for a new appointment with CRNP, RD, and CDE. Endo patients assigned on a 2:1 basis favoring the new Endocrinologist. Decisions are made collaboratively with the broad mission and philosophy of practice. Currently, the Division of Endocrinology provides almost no inpatient care. All potential inpatient consults are screened by phone (less than 1 per week). The Division does not provide direct phone access to patients; all patients have primary care providers. Growth and leadership potential exist across the spectrum of activities. Inpatient responsibilities for endocrinologists are limited but may increase as the health system grows. Hands-on inpatient diabetes care is provided by a team of pharmacists as requested by consultation from hospitalists. The Division of Endocrinology provides oversight for this program. Gestational diabetes care is another major focus, with guidelines often ahead of national standards. The Diabetes Foot Clinic is one of the premier clinics in the country, with a strong record of original research and patient care. Components of the Program: Guideline-based processes for transition from outpatient to elective inpatient care. Clearly defined processes for transition from inpatient to outpatient care, assuring 24/7 support for patients newly diagnosed with diabetes, newly taking insulin, etc. Guideline-based and seamless transitions or co-management between primary care and specialty care. Group and individual diabetes education at all primary care sites and in the community. Motivational Interviewing training for practitioners. Key to the program is the belief that a major responsibility of a specialty practice in a large multidisciplinary physician group is to support care of chronic diseases in primary care and across the health system. All diabetes population health management guidelines and processes are developed in collaboration with specialty care and primary care.
Location Information: State College, home to Penn State University, is a vibrant college town offering a diverse culture, a beautiful environment, excellent public and private schools, and countless options for dining, theatre, sports, and recreation. Recently named the 8th best city in the United States to move to and the 6th best to raise a family, State College provides a safe, friendly community perfect for raising a family. University Park Airport is located only five miles from town, with easy access to Interstate 80.
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