# Endocrinologist MD/DO - Zephyrhills, Florida

**Company:** [Commonwealth Medical Services](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/keeTEXJ8MZmGdm2R5VUMJA.md)
**Location:** Zephyrhills, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Docs - EAST

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## Description

### Position Summary

The Endocrinologist provides comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals with disorders of the endocrine system. This role focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of hormonal and metabolic conditions using evidence-based medicine. The Endocrinologist works collaboratively with primary care providers, specialists, and interdisciplinary care teams to deliver high-quality, coordinated care in outpatient and/or inpatient settings.

### Essential Duties and Responsibilities

-   Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with endocrine and metabolic disorders, including but not limited to diabetes mellitus, thyroid disease, adrenal disorders, pituitary disorders, osteoporosis, lipid disorders, and reproductive endocrine conditions.
-   Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history, physical examination, and interpretation of diagnostic and laboratory studies.
-   Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans in accordance with clinical guidelines and best practices.
-   Provide ongoing management of chronic endocrine conditions, emphasizing patient education, lifestyle modification, and disease prevention.
-   Collaborate with primary care physicians and other specialists to coordinate patient care and referrals.
-   Monitor patient outcomes and treatment effectiveness, making appropriate modifications to care plans.
-   Document all patient encounters, assessments, and treatment plans accurately and timely in the electronic health record (EHR).
-   Participate in multidisciplinary care conferences, quality improvement initiatives, and care coordination activities.
-   Provide consultation services to other healthcare providers as requested.
-   Adhere to organizational policies, regulatory standards, and professional practice guidelines.

### Practice Environment

-   May include outpatient clinics, hospital-based consult services, or a combination of settings depending on organizational needs.
-   Supported by clinical staff, advanced practice providers, diabetes educators, and ancillary services as available.
-   Opportunities to work within integrated care models and population health initiatives.

## Requirements

-   Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school.
-   Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited residency in Internal Medicine or Pediatrics.
-   Completion of an accredited fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism.
-   Board certification or board eligibility in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism.
-   Current, unrestricted medical license or eligibility for licensure in the practicing state.