OB/GYN Physician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

The physician plays a vital role within the healthcare team, collaborating with other professionals to deliver comprehensive medical services to patients. Each physician's practice scope is determined by the credentialing and privileging committee of the health system.

This role involves supporting individual objectives, budgetary goals, and performance metrics. Additionally, the physician is responsible for all medical activities at the individual level, which includes the implementation of quality control standards, risk management, and compliance initiatives.

The primary responsibility of the physician is to provide high-quality clinical care to patients who have chosen our organization, ensuring timely responses to their healthcare needs.

Education:

A Doctorate from an accredited medical institution is mandatory.

Experience:

A minimum of one year of experience in medical or surgical settings is required.

Certifications/Licensure:

Must hold a valid medical license issued by the Virginia Department of Health Professions.

Physical Requirements:

Patient Care: The characteristics of the work environment described here are typical for employees performing essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential tasks. The employee must have physical capabilities that match the demands of the role, including:

• Heavy lifting: Occasionally exerting over 100 pounds of force, frequently over 50 pounds, and constantly over 20 pounds to move objects.
• Ability to manage the mental and emotional stress associated with the position.
• Safe operation of office equipment in accordance with hospital safety standards.
• Transporting patients using stretchers, wheelchairs, or beds.
• Physical movements such as bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, twisting, reaching, standing, walking, pushing/pulling, and lifting.
• Repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and fingers, along with finger dexterity for feeling and grasping.
• Effective verbal communication for conveying detailed instructions clearly and promptly.
• Visual acuity sufficient for reading, operating equipment, and inspecting machinery.
• Ability to perform Basic Life Support components as necessary.

Working Conditions:

Patient Care: The work is conducted in a well-lit and ventilated office or clinical environment. Employees may experience frequent interruptions and are subject to long hours and varying shifts. There may be occasions requiring work beyond standard hours, such as overtime or on-call duties. Routine exposure to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, hazardous chemicals, unpleasant odors, latex, and potential musculoskeletal injuries is expected. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided for situations involving exposure to blood, body fluids, and infectious processes. Interaction with patients, family members, colleagues, and visitors may occur under various conditions, including those that are hostile or emotionally charged.

HOW TO APPLY?

Qualified candidates who are interested should submit a letter of interest along with their CV to the Director of Physician Services Recruitment.