Reporting to the Department Chair or other delegated individual, the incumbent will admit, consult and undertake diagnosis and treatment of patients admitted under the Diabetes/ Endocrinology section. S/he will be allowed to order tests and radiology and consult with sub-specialists when necessary to ensure quality, professional and ethical patient care. Specifically, the Senior Instructor will:
- Manage inpatients and outpatients in the Diabetes/Endocrinology service and/or Internal Medicine service and provide on call services as required.
- Educate patients on wellness, prevention, early detection and informed consent
- Teach and supervise residents, Senior House Officers and other clinical staff
- Participate in the review and development of appropriate policies and procedures for patient healthcare to formulate best practice guidelines
- Participate in case writing and research within the unit