Endocrinologist

JOB OVERVIEW

• Profession: Physician
  
• Specialty: Endocrinology
  
• Job Type: Full-Time
  
• Location: Richland, WA 99352
  
• Service Setting: Outpatient
  
• Coverage Type: Clinical + Call
  
• Reason for Coverage: Vacancy - Long-Term Permanent Search
  
• Coverage Period: ASAP – Ongoing
  
• Schedule: Mon – Fri, 8a – 5p
  
• On-Call Expectations: 1:4 Rotation
  
• Call Type: Beeper
  
• Call Response Time: 20 minutes
  
• Start Date: ASAP
  

PATIENT POPULATION & SCOPE

• Patient Demographics: Predominantly Adult
  
• Average Daily Volume: 18 patients per day
  
• Admissions & Rounding: TBD / TBD
  
• Consults & Follow-Ups: Yes — phone consults required
  
• Case Mix / Clinical Focus Areas: Endocrinology, Internal Medicine — diagnosis and management of diabetes, thyroid disorders, and other endocrine system diseases
  

FACILITY & TEAM DETAILS

• EMR System: Epic
  
• Support Staff: RNs: TBD, MAs: TBD, PA/NPs: TBD, Office Staff: TBD
  
• Hospital Privileges Required: No
  

COMPENSATION & PERMANENT BENEFITS

• Base Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience
  
• Incentive Bonus: Available — details TBD
  
• Relocation Assistance: Available — details TBD
  
• CME Allowance: Available — details TBD
  
• PTO & Holidays: Per employer policy
  
• Medical, Dental, Vision: Comprehensive benefits package available
  
• 401(k) or 403(b) with match: Available — details TBD
  
• Life & Disability Coverage: Available — details TBD
  
• Malpractice Insurance (with Tail): Covered
  

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Board Status: Board Certified in Endocrinology
  
• State License: WA License required or in process
  
• Certifications: BLS
  

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide comprehensive outpatient endocrinology care, including diagnosis and management of diabetes, thyroid disorders, and other endocrine system diseases
  
• Perform inpatient endocrinology consultations as needed
  
• Perform fine needle aspiration/biopsy of thyroid
  
• Interpret bone mineral density studies and administer radioactive iodine therapy
  
• Collaborate with primary care providers and other specialists to ensure coordinated, team-based patient care
  

COMMUNITY & LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

• About the Area: Richland is part of the Tri-Cities region in southeastern Washington, known for its thriving wine country, abundant outdoor recreation along the Columbia River, and a strong, growing healthcare community
  
• Nearby Cities: Kennewick and Pasco (adjacent, together forming the Tri-Cities); Spokane (~2.5 hours); Seattle (~3.5 hours)
  
• Nearest Airport: Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) — Pasco, WA