Endocrinologist Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of an Endocrinologist includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Examine patients, study their medical records and provide diagnosis
  • Provide medical solutions for treating a diverse range of diseases and disorders such as diabetes, osteoporosis, cholesterol and metabolic disorders etc.
  • Prepare, train, give feedback and teach resident students
  • Utilize ultrasound-guided biopsies
  • Be familiar with medical billing procedures
  • Inform patients about complementary health activities and treatments (appropriate diet and exercise)
  • Execute physical exams
  • Procure patient consent when needed in accordance with relevant rules and regulations
  • Adhere to rules and regulations such as HIPAA

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Endocrinologist duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Endocrinologist roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.