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Job Summary

• We are seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Internal Medicine Physician to join our compassionate, mission-driven healthcare team. This role combines outpatient clinical practice with inpatient and outpatient consultative services at our rural nonprofit hospital. The ideal candidate is committed to high-quality patient care, community engagement, and collaborative practice in a resource-conscious environment.

General Description

• § Hospital employed
• § Full-time outpatient practice opportunity with occasional inpatient consultation
• § Work Week 4.5 days per week with one half day of administrative time for charting, callbacks etc.
• § Well established Internal Medicine/endocrinology practice with excellent support team
• § Ultrasound on site for thyroid imaging and FNA
• § Support of RD who are trained for diabetic pumps: Medtronic and Tandem
• § Full download capabilities for CGM, glucometer and pumps
• § Hospital has thyroid and parathyroid imaging capability
• § Radioiodine therapy is available at the hospital for up to 35 mCi Rx
• § Bone Health Program with DXA capability

Clinical Practice (Outpatient)

• Provide comprehensive general internal medicine and endocrine care in the clinic setting.
• Conduct thorough physical examinations, review medical history, and analyze symptoms to diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic illnesses in adults.
• Develop and manage long-term care plans for patients with chronic conditions such as hypertension, heart disease, and diabetes.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of endocrine disorders including diabetes, thyroid disease, adrenal pathology, pituitary disorders, and metabolic bone disease.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and provide ongoing follow-up care.
• Collaborate with primary care providers and other specialists to coordinate care.

Hospital Consultation Services

• Serve as an endocrine consultant for inpatient and emergency department cases at the rural nonprofit hospital.
• Provide timely consultation services for complex endocrine presentations, including diabetic emergencies, thyroid storm, adrenal crises, and electrolyte abnormalities.
• Support inpatient care teams with evidence-based recommendations and participate in multidisciplinary rounds as needed.

Essential Values-Based, Leadership and Management Competencies

• At Artesia General Hospital, our leadership and management practices are grounded in our core values, captured in the acronym S.E.R.V.I.C.E. These values are the foundation of all employee activities and guide us in fulfilling our Mission.
• § Servant Leadership – Leading by serving others with compassion and humility.
• § Excellence – Striving for the highest quality in all we do.
• § Respect – Treating everyone with dignity and kindness.
• § Virtuousness – Acting with honesty, integrity, and accountability.
• § Innovation – Embracing new ideas to improve care and outcomes.
• § Community – Fostering collaboration to meet the needs of those we serve.
• § Education – Promoting learning and professional development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• § Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical protocols, and population health strategies.
• § Engage in community education and outreach activities to improve endocrine health awareness.
• § Maintain accurate and thorough documentation in the electronic health record.
• § Contribute to the growth and development of the endocrinology service line.
• § Participate in shared call responsibilities (as applicable).

KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES

• § Medical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of adult medicine, human anatomy, and organ systems.
• § Diagnostic Skills: Ability to analyze complex medical data to make accurate diagnoses.
• § Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients and other medical professionals.
• § Problem-Solving: Critical thinking skills to solve complex diagnostic problems and manage multiple health conditions simultaneously.
• § Professionalism: Adherence to ethical standards and commitment to lifelong learning to stay updated on medical advancements.
• AGE-RELATED COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.
• Information Management: Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.
• Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety: Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• § MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• § Completion of an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine residency.
• § Completion of a fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism.
• § Board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology.
• § Eligible for medical licensure in the state of New Mexico.
• § Commitment to serving a rural, underserved population.
• § Strong communication skills and dedication to patient-centered care.
• ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS: Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids.