Physician Assistant (Endocrinology)

Quick Facts

• Role: Physician Assistant (Endocrinology)

• Setting: Primarily outpatient (possible inpatient consultations)

• Focus: Endocrine disorders, including diabetes, thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal/pituitary disorders, and metabolic syndromes

• Pay: $135,000–$150,000 (may include bonuses/incentives)

Description

Join an endocrinology team as a patient-focused Physician Assistant. You will support diagnosis, treatment, and management of endocrine disorders, evaluating patients and adjusting medications under collaborative protocols. The role emphasizes patient education, continuous monitoring, and timely EMR documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive endocrine-focused histories and physical exams

• Evaluate and manage diabetes (Type 1, Type 2, gestational), thyroid dysfunction, adrenal and pituitary disorders, and other metabolic diseases

• Initiate and adjust medications, including insulin and hormone therapies

• Interpret laboratory values, radiologic studies, and diagnostic tests relevant to endocrine pathology

• Educate patients on disease processes, medication regimens, lifestyle modifications, and self-management (glucose monitoring, CGM, insulin pumps)

• Collaborate with endocrinologists and care teams to ensure continuity and quality of care

• Document findings, treatment plans, and follow-ups in the EMR

• Monitor patient progress and respond to abnormal labs, follow-up concerns, and medication refills

• Participate in patient care coordination, quality initiatives, and population health efforts

Requirements

• Accredited Physician Assistant program completion with a Master’s degree

• Active state PA license

• NCCPA board certification

• DEA license and state prescriptive authority

• BLS certification (ACLS preferred)

• 1–2 years of experience in endocrinology or internal medicine (strongly preferred)

Benefits

Salary: $135,000–$150,000 (may include bonuses and incentives)