Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician

Ob/Gyn Physician

As part of a multi-disciplinary team of healthcare providers under the leadership of the Clinical Director, the Ob/Gyn Physician works to achieve the organizational goals of Bay Area Community Health through the delivery of prenatal, gynecological, obstetric, and educational care in a patient-centered environment. Following clinic protocols and policies, the physician provides care that includes but is not limited to: examination, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, patient education, follow-up consultation, and referrals for specialist services, labs, and tests as necessary. The physician maintains legible, accurate, and confidential medical records in compliance with state regulatory standards and clinic policies and procedures. The physician also provides oversight of clinical support staff (i.e., midlevel practitioners, medical assistants, and nursing staff) and handles operational issues on the clinical floor to ensure continuity of services and a smooth patient flow. Works in a collaborative effort across all departments and delivers care appropriate for an outpatient, primary care community health center with a multicultural, multilingual patient population.

Job Description

• Provide prenatal, post-partum, and outpatient GYN medical care including medical examination and evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up consultation, and health education following BACH's clinical policies and procedures.
• Act as primary consultant on all obstetrics/gynecology cases referred by other providers, in person or via telephone. Must be willing to travel to and from service sites as needed and directed by the Clinical Director.
• Identify, evaluate, and address disease prevention and health promotion issues for patients while administering quality care.
• Educate patients and/or families about preventive care, medical issues, diagnosis, and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications.
• Request patient referrals for specialty services, labs, and tests as necessary.
• Maintain legible, accurate, and confidential medical records. Document all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations in compliance with state regulatory standards and clinic policies and procedures.
• Perform all duties in support of successful implementation of EHR/EPM.
• Assist in developing and implementing protocols and procedures to facilitate the delivery of comprehensive health services.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of new clinical programs as needed. Also works with new technologies for the improvement of patient services and clinic operations.
• Provide in-service training for all staff in selected topics in Obstetrics/Gynecology as deemed necessary in collaboration with the Clinical Director.
• Work in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, which allows for consultation, collaboration, or referral.
• Provide medical consultation and back-up for mid-level practitioners, including review of 10% of charts for Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners. Back-up includes immediate electronic (cell phone, fax, email) or direct communication.
• Demonstrate commitment to, and understanding of, BACH's Behaviors for Success and GUEST (Customer Service Model), by modeling customer service excellence in all internal and external relationships and in the performance of all duties and responsibilities.
• Work flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends as necessary.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Fill out forms and maintain correspondence with hospitals and other community organizations involved in the medical care of clinic patients.
• Participate in staff conferences and health center's continuous quality assurance and peer review programs.
• Supervise medical interns and other student medical professionals, and provide medical back-up.
• Attend workshops, training, and meetings as needed, and as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited residency program.
• Current and valid California Medical License.
• Board Eligible or Certified in OB-GYN (If Board Eligible must become Board Certified within 2 years of employment).
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Registration.
• Current Basic Life Support Certificate (CPR) from approved American Heart Association.
• Must pass pre-employment criminal background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of directly related experience.
• Community or Public Health experience.
• Bilingual; Spanish highly desirable.

Certifications/Licenses

• Current and valid California Medical License.
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Registration.
• Current Basic Life Support Certificate (CPR), AHA approved.
• Board Certified in OB-GYN (If Board Eligible must become Board Certified within 2 years of employment).
• State Office of Family Planning Certificate if working in family planning program.

Physical Demands

This position requires:

• Sitting, walking, and standing associated with a normal medical, clinical, and administrative office environment, with some bending, reaching, stretching, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Manual dexterity for tasks involving standard office equipment and computer keyboard, including repetitive movements such as typing.
• Traveling to work sites, including some exposure to outside elements.
• Exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations requiring adherence to extensive safety precautions and possibly the use of protective equipment.

Supervises

May have oversight of:

• Medical Intern(s)
• Medical Student(s)
• Nurse Practitioner(s)
• Physician Assistant(s)