Staff Physician (Endocrinologist)

About UMass Amherst

The flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university that seeks to expand educational access, fuel innovation and creativity, and share and use its knowledge for the common good. Founded in 1863, UMass Amherst sits on nearly 1,450-acres in scenic Western Massachusetts and boasts state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research, scholarship, and creative activity. The institution advances a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where everyone feels connected and valued-and thrives, and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees across 10 schools and colleges, and 100 undergraduate majors. We believe every member of our university community can contribute to our ongoing success by striving for the highest level of excellence as we seek breakthrough solutions to mounting environmental, social, economic, and technological challenges in our world.

Job Summary

Provides clinical services for students and others eligible for health care; provides episodic health care in conjunction with a program of comprehensive primary care; provides programs of health education. Works under the direct supervision of the Executive Director of UHS for Medical Care in accordance with the regulations of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine.

Functions independently within the broad scope of departmental and institutional policies and goals; refers exceptions to the Executive Director of UHS for Medical Care.

Essential Functions

• Provides clinical services to outpatients during regular clinic day and evening hours. Responsible for timely entry in medical records and appropriate referral to other providers. Performs procedures appropriate to training. Orders medications including controlled substances.
• Maintains a program of continuing medical education as required by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine and includes bi-annual CPR review.
• Participates in scheduled staff meetings, committees, and quality improvement activities.
• May coordinate a major program activity as assigned by the Executive Director of UHS for Medical Care, such as walk-in clinic or occupational health.
• Understands and contributes to implementation of department and institutional goals for achieving non-discrimination and creating a multi-cultural environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Functions

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

• M.D. or D.O. degree and licensure for the practice of medicine in Massachusetts or licensed in another state with Massachusetts licensure at time of appointment.
• Board Certified in Endocrinology.
• Three years of residency training and Board eligibility or certification in Family Practice or Internal Medicine.
• Qualified for a local hospital staffing privilege, either as a courtesy or active staff member.
• Registration as a controlled substance practitioner in Massachusetts and with the FDA at time of appointment.
• Insurable by the Massachusetts Medical Professional Insurance Association or equivalent insurer.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Full service medical health services clinic and office.

Work Schedule

20 hours per week, rotation of some weekend and evening hours. Regular weekday hours during academic year (open until 8 pm) and share weekend clinic hours in rotation with ten other physicians. No hospital responsibilities.

Salary Information

Special Instructions to Applicants

Along with the application, please submit a resume, and cover letter. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.

The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.