Nurse Practitioner - Endocrinology

Company Overview

Advanced Metabolic Care & Research (AMCR) is a private Endocrinology practice that has been delivering high quality endocrine care to the people of San Diego for over 30 years as an affiliate of both the UCSD and Sharp healthcare systems. AMCR is embarking on a strategy to build a new care model designed to achieve the following goals:

• Improve outcomes, access and the patient experience for people with diabetes and other metabolic disorders
• Improve the professional lives of Endocrinologists, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Diabetes Educators, and other professionals who care for these patients
• Expand locations throughout Southern California and beyond
• Create the nation’s leading Metabolic Care Management Data Center
• Succeed in Value Based Care contracts, like Medicare’s new ACCESS Model

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our Endocrinology team, focusing primarily on the care of patients with diabetes, obesity along with other metabolic disorders. The ideal candidate will possess advanced clinical skills and a passion for improving the health outcomes of individuals with diabetes through comprehensive education, management, and support.

• Patient Assessment and Management
  • Conduct thorough patient assessments, including health histories and physical examinations.
  • Develop and implement individualized care plans for diabetes management.
  • Utilize a variety of data sources, including CGMs, pumps, EMR, SDoH, etc., to track patient progress and adjust care plans as needed.
  • Prescribe and manage medications, including insulin and other diabetes-related therapies.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment plans, making adjustments as needed.
  • Ability to absorb already robust patient panel and serve a broad PCP referral network.
  • Provide education to patients and families about diabetes management, self-monitoring, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications.
  • Assist patients in starting and persisting with Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) and Insulin Pumps.
  • Offer resources and support for diabetes self-management and promote adherence to treatment plans.
• Virtual Care
  • Experience coordinating patient care with virtual care providers for Chronic Care Management, Remote Patient Monitoring, Diabetes Education & Coaching, etc.
  • Experience delivering care virtually a plus.
  • Serve as an integral part of the clinical Care Team supporting a broad range of patients with diabetes and other metabolic conditions.
  • Collaborate with endocrinologists, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
  • Participate in Care Team case discussions and care coordination for complex patients.
• Clinical Procedures
  • Perform necessary clinical procedures related to diabetes management and other metabolic conditions (e.g. Ultrasound, DEXA, Body Composition, Fibro Scan, ABI, Thyroid Thermal Ablation for Thyroid Nodules).
• Documentation
  • Maintain accurate and thorough patient records, ensuring compliance with regulatory and billing requirements.
  • Document patient progress and outcomes in electronic health records.
• Quality Improvement
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and clinic operations.
  • Stay current with advancements in diabetes care and participate in continuing education opportunities.

• A strong desire to improve care for people with diabetes and healthcare in general
• Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority.
• Experience in endocrinology, with a focus on diabetes management, is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and families.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

• An opportunity to be an early Care Team member on our mission to build a better care delivery model for people with diabetes, obesity and other metabolic disorders.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities to grow with our company throughout Southern California and beyond.
• An exciting, growing, collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Competitive salary plus performance bonuses, depending on performance and experience.
• CME funding and vacation and leave time
• 401K Plan with company contributes up to 3%

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience to

Advanced Metabolic Care & Research is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We look forward to hearing from you!