Job description
Job Summary: As an Obstetrician/Gynecologist, you will play a vital role in assessing and managing the health of patients, focusing on reproductive health and providing comprehensive care. Join a talented multidisciplinary healthcare team at Isabella Citizens for Health, where you can also benefit from a loan repayment program through the National Health Service Corps.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Deliver preventative care and treatment for a range of reproductive health issues including pregnancy, childbirth, menstrual conditions, menopause, and sexually transmitted infections.
• Provide comprehensive prenatal care, oversee labor and delivery, and offer postpartum care to ensure the well-being of mothers and their infants.
• Perform various medical procedures aligned with your credentials, including pap smears, pelvic exams, and surgeries such as cesarean sections and hysterectomies.
• Evaluate treatment options carefully, recommending courses of action that are culturally and age-appropriate for each patient.
• Offer Telehealth services when suitable to enhance patient access to care.
• Collaborate with a diverse team of healthcare professionals to deliver the highest standard of patient care.
• Maintain meticulous medical records, documenting patient histories and treatment plans effectively.
• Educate and counsel patients on reproductive health, contraception, and related topics to empower them in their health choices.
• Ensure clear communication with patients and their families regarding diagnoses and treatment plans for effective follow-up care.
• Make appropriate referrals to specialists as needed, maintaining a patient-centered approach.
• Respond promptly to incoming patient referrals and manage patient charts with diligence.
• Handle urgent medical situations competently and review patient feedback to improve care quality.
Contributes to practice management and efficiency:
• Enhance patient access to medical care as a priority.
• Meet patient care hour commitments as outlined in your employment agreement.
• Fulfill call assignments with effective communication.
• Support proper billing practices through timely documentation, knowledge of billing policies, and adherence to Center guidelines.
• Participate in programs aimed at enhancing healthcare delivery under value-based models.
• Respond to correspondence requests promptly and professionally.
Manages patient care resources:
• Prescribe necessary ancillary services responsibly.
• Utilize referrals judiciously to ensure comprehensive patient treatment.
• Encourage appropriate hospital length of stay for patients.
• Maximize the use of information technology systems within the Center for enhanced efficiency.
Fosters clinic and community engagement:
• Act as a resource for colleagues and support staff, promoting collaboration and excellence in care.
• Engage in developing and training clinic staff as needed.
• Attend and contribute actively in provider meetings for better team integration.
• Participate in community education initiatives to inform the public about Center services.
Demonstrates commitment to patient care:
• Recognize and address diverse patient needs effectively.
• Take proactive steps to enhance overall patient service quality.
• Maintain confidentiality and share information strictly on a need-to-know basis.
Commits to team collaboration:
• Value and respect the differences among colleagues.
• Communicate openly and honestly with all team members.
• Resolve conflicts constructively to foster a positive working environment.
Demonstrates dedication to Isabella Citizens for Health, Inc:
• Embodies the values of dignity, integrity, service, and compassion.
• Support the Center's mission by being an effective ambassador.
Physician will:
• Engage in continuous education to enhance credentials and skills.
• Participate in ongoing clinical quality improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to relevant regulations and maintain a safe working environment.
Job Specific Qualifications:
• Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) from an accredited institution.
• Current medical licensure in the State of Michigan.
• Valid controlled substance license.
• Board certified or board eligible in your specialty.
• Unrestricted DEA license required.
• NRP certification is mandatory.
• Maintain hospital privileges for performing deliveries and call services.
