Oregon Health & Science University

Department Overview

The Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Clinical Nutrition at Oregon Health & Science University is actively involved in the education, research, and clinical care of General Endocrinology including: diabetes and metabolism, lipids and clinical nutrition, and bone and mineral disorders. The Division supports a variety of activities with specialty clinics for clinical nutrition, lipid disorders, diabetes, bone and mineral abnormalities, and general endocrinology.

Function/Duties of Position

The Endocrinologist will provide exceptional patient care to an adult patient population. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans and contribute to ongoing advancements in endocrinology and diabetes. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to mentor residents and fellows, fostering a collaborative learning environment.

 

Clinical:

• Working as a generalist in the areas of Endocrinology, you will be expected to perform a total of up to 8 clinical sessions per week, attend on the inpatient endocrine consult service 2-4 weeks per year, and take your fair share of night and weekend call, as assigned, with other faculty on nights, weekends, and holidays.

Research:

• The position will have protected time to assume current research grant projects, continue research that has been transferred from your current institution, and secure grant funding.

Education:

• OHSU is a teaching facility and you will be expected to teach medical students and residents in the clinical setting, as part of your Clinical duties above, as well as through assigned lectures to be given during the course of the year. You may receive teaching assignments from the Division Head, Department or School of Medicine.

Required Qualifications

• MD required
• Must be eligible for medical licensure in Oregon
• Board eligible or Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology
• Demonstrated commitment to educational excellence in clinical setting is required
• Advanced training in medical education is highly desirable
• New program graduates considered

Additional Details

Position Support/Opportunities:

Participation in the scholarly life of the University includes a myriad of career growth and development opportunities for faculty members.

 

Benefits: 

OHSU has a fantastic benefit package which should be taken into consideration as part of your overall compensation. Your benefits are an important part of your total compensation package. From meeting your family's essential health needs, to saving for the future, to enhancing your day-to-day well being, programs are designed to be comprehensive, affordable and customizable to meet the diverse needs of employees and their families. 

 

OHSU offers options for medical, dental, vision, FSAs, life and disability insurance to employees eligible for benefits.  Depending on the plan you choose, OHSU covers all or most of the monthly cost, or premium, for medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time employees and their covered family members.

 

OHSU offers many programs to employees to improve their health and well-being at no cost to employees such as the Spark Wellness program.

 

Time Off:

• Paid Time Off:  For full-time positions, 208 hours per year; accrual begins at time of employment.
• Extended Illness Bank (sick):  For full-time positions, 64 hours per year; no maximum balance.
• Holidays: Nine paid holidays per year plus a floating day. 

 

Retirement Plans:

OHSU offers employees a variety of retirement plans to help meet individual needs, including voluntary retirement savings plans, defined contribution plans, and a defined benefit program. We have retirement options that vest immediately and provide a 12% OHSU contribution. 

Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu