Pediatric Endocrinologist - South Dakota

Pediatric Endocrinologist (MD/DO)

Position Summary

The Pediatric Endocrinologist provides comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of hormonal and metabolic disorders in infants, children, and adolescents. This role focuses on evidence-based, patient- and family-centered care, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and longitudinal management of complex endocrine conditions across outpatient and inpatient settings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage pediatric patients with endocrine disorders including diabetes mellitus, growth disorders, thyroid disease, adrenal disorders, pubertal disorders, bone and mineral metabolism disorders, and disorders of sexual development
• Provide outpatient pediatric endocrinology clinic care and inpatient consultation services as needed
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans and long-term management strategies
• Interpret and manage diagnostic studies including laboratory testing, imaging, and growth data
• Manage insulin therapy, diabetes technology, and other endocrine medications
• Collaborate with primary care providers, dietitians, diabetes educators, psychologists, and pediatric subspecialists
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medication management, and lifestyle considerations
• Participate in multidisciplinary clinics and care conferences
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
• Supervise and educate residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, or trainees as applicable
• Participate in on-call coverage for pediatric endocrinology services
• Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited Pediatrics residency program
• Completion of an accredited Pediatric Endocrinology fellowship program
• Board-eligible or board-certified in Pediatric Endocrinology
• Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
• DEA registration or eligibility

Skills and Competencies

• Expertise in pediatric endocrine and metabolic disorders
• Strong clinical judgment and longitudinal disease management skills
• Excellent communication and family counseling abilities
• Ability to manage complex, chronic pediatric conditions
• Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care

Work Environment

• Outpatient pediatric endocrinology clinics with possible inpatient consultation responsibilities
• Schedule typically includes clinic hours with on-call coverage as required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinical environments
• Manual dexterity for pediatric examinations and procedures
• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and communication