Endocrinologist at Tower Health
- Employer
- Tower Health
- Location
- Reading, Pennsylvania
- Posted Date
- Aug 29, 2018
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- Specialty
- Endocrinology
- Position Type
- Permanent
Endocrinologist at Tower Health
Job Location: Reading, PA
Contact: Robert Cross, Medical Staff Recruiter, at: robert.cross@towerhealth.org; or call: 570-954-0479
Overview
Due to growth, the Endocrinology and Diabetes Center of the Reading Hospital is currently seeking a 5th full-time BE/BC Endocrinologist. The Center opened its doors July 1, 2005 and is part of the Section of Endocrinology and Metabolism of the Department of Medicine, and practices all aspects of endocrinology and metabolism.
The practice includes a team of four physicians, Certified Nurse Practitioners who are Diabetes Specialists, Certified Diabetes Educators, and Registered Dietitians who work together to meet the needs of the Endocrine and Diabetic population. The outpatient center has an average 4000 patient caseload.
The practice and its physicians have access to their own on-sight ultrasound technologies. This assures a smoother continuum of care for our patients. Physicians also have the supplies necessary to perform biopsies in our procedure room. The physicians are supported by RNs, LPNs, and Medical Assistant staff as well as clerical staff.
Job Summary
The physician staff rotates time in the Endocrine clinic in the hospital on Friday mornings and also provides inpatient services to patients within the Reading Hospital and Reading Health Rehabilitation Hospital. Night and weekend call shared with the other endocrinologists.
The department participates in teaching the discipline of endocrinology and metabolism to residents, medical staff colleagues, and hospital staff personnel.
Opportunities to participate in clinical research are available and community outreach/education is encouraged.
Endocrinology and Diabetes Center uses a shared Electronic Medical Record system (EPIC), which is utilized by the entire Reading Hospital, to address its clinical charting needs. The practice accepts Medicare commercial insurance and several leading managed care HMO's, PPO's and Medical Assistance.
Qualifications
BC in IM, BC/BE in Endocrinology
Experienced endocrinologists preferred, but candidates who have recently completed their Endocrinology Fellowship will be considered.
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