Physician - OBGYN

Job Opportunity At St. Tammany Health System

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Job Description And Position Requirements

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32

Job Summary:

Provide comprehensive and high-quality healthcare to women including routine obstetric and gynecological procedures, pelvic exams, pap smears breast exams, and monitoring patients throughout their pregnancy as well as providing medical consultation, patient counsel and support. The scope of services of diagnosing, managing, and treating diseases and issues related to women's health will include the ambulatory and inpatient settings.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be licensed by the Louisiana State board of Medical Examiners to practice medicine.
• Medical Degree from an ACGME accredited school
• Current BLS, and ALS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off (ALS required by specialty only).
• Board Certification or Eligible for Board Certification
• Epic experience a plus

Other Skills And Abilities Qualifications:

• Practice-based learning and improvement
• Patient care and procedural skills
• Systems-based practice
• Appropriate medical knowledge
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Professionalism

Physical Demands: Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 20 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise. Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) - handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing Frequently (34%-66%) - reaching Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching

Employment

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.