Duties And Responsibilities
- Analyzing, examining, and investigating patients and their medical histories for signs and symptoms of hormonal imbalances
- Advising, ordering, and performing tests and interpreting the results
- Discussing diagnosis with patients, explaining treatment options, and giving advice on medications, lifestyle and dietary changes, and other preventative measures
- Carrying out follow-up appointments, monitoring patient progress, adjusting treatment plans and medications, and updating patient records
- Supporting patients with serious or complex endocrine conditions and their loved ones
- Conducting research and studies on the endocrine system and its diseases, disorders, and conditions to develop new treatment techniques
- Remaining up-to-date on current discoveries, developments, trends, research, and technology
- Handling basic administrative, clerical, and business tasks, such as filing, answering phones, or data entry
Requirements
Requirements and qualifications
- A medical degree in endocrinology and the successful completion of a residency and fellowship
- A medical license and certification to practice endocrinology
- A thorough understanding of the endocrine system and its diseases, disorders, and conditions
- Strong analytical abilities to provide accurate diagnoses
- Excellent decision-making, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and researching skills
- Proficiency with computers and medical equipment