Physician - Obstetrics

Physician - Obstetrics

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Los Angeles, CA 90027

Overview

Salary Range $212,049.00 - $339,241.00 Salary Position Type Full Time

Description

SUMMARY :

The staff Obstetrics physician will examine and treat common acute illnesses, chronic illnesses and injuries; correctly diagnose disease and formulate treatment, as well as order appropriate laboratory tests and radiological studies; and refer to specialists as needed, write prescriptions and perform office procedures within the scope of specialty expertise protocols and available equipment.

Provider has outpatient duties with target of 20 patients per day. See walk-in patients and manage time. Will take afterhours calls by telephone only there are no inpatients. Call schedule is dependent on staffing and is approximately one week every 7-8 weeks.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Supports and implements the organization's vision, mission and values.
• Determines priorities and method of completing daily workload to ensure that all responsibilities are carried out in a timely manner.
• Performs all job functions in a professional and courteous manner. This includes answering all general phone calls timely and providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Fosters and promotes a culture of service excellence and accountability.
• Acquires and documents relevant history and physical examination.
• Makes professionally competent assessments and documents those with all relevant problems.
• Develops reasonable plans including treatment, referrals and use of drugs within scope of practice.
• Uses American College of OB/GYN Clinical Practice Standards for treatment guidelines.
• Treats OB conditions such as gestational and chronic hypertension, mild pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, obesity, vaginal birth after cesarean and other conditions per ACOG guidelines.
• Seeks help and guidance as necessary.
• Performs relevant procedures competently with complete documentation (see provider privileges).
• Provides and consistently documents relevant educational activity.
• Responds to patient special needs and appropriate requests to provide equity-based care.
• Works appropriate hours to minimize patient wait time as well as help to relieve overload situations/assist other providers.
• Acts and communicates in a professional manner to reduce friction with patients, providers, and staff.
• Attends appropriate meetings as requested.
• Maintains professional appearance in accordance with organizational policies.
• Participate in quarterly peer reviews, quality, and orientation activities as requested.
• Participates in committees when requested. Full-time providers are expected to have at least (1) Committee appointment.
• Cooperates in call panels as scheduled.
• Competency of EPIC electronic medical record is required. Training support will be provided.
• Supervises NP/PAs adequately, in accordance with CMB guidance.
• Uses discretion and judgement in handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Complies with organizational policies and procedures.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Rotates and covers other sites when requested.
• On time charting and completion of EMR by end of clinic business day.
• Must be willing and able to work at all locations as needed to meet patient care needs.
• Must be willing and able to work all business hours including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Doctorate of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Degree
• State Medical License, certification as an OBGYN by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) or American Osteopathic Medical Board of OB/GYN (ACOOG).
• Bachelor's Degree from a 4-year college or university.
• Completion of Post-graduate residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Board Certified or Board Elegible (up to 5 years)
• Unrestricted license to practice medicine or ability to be licensed in California.

PREFERRED:

• Two years of ambulatory clinical experiences beyond residency.
• Prior experience with Patient Centered Medical Home model of care delivery.
• Working knowledge of medical Spanish.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents, such as policies and procedures, benefits information, benefit surveys, board minutes, routine mail, simple contracts, and procedure manuals. Ability to compose routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with employees, visitors and management. Bilingual Medical Spanish preferred.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, and the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to apply common sense to daily situations that arise. Ability to make decision and execute timely in order to produce a positive outcome.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrates ability and flexibility to work in other areas of the organization as needed.
• Adheres to company's policies and procedures.
• Current, valid medical license in the State of California.
• Maintain active DEA, CPR and state of CA license.
• Maintain an accurate Credentialing file with the organization.
• Participate in training for state and IPA organizations as needed.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and competency in management and supervisory functions.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current compliance standards for federal, state and local regulatory agencies.
• Maintains and promotes a safe work environment.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Demonstrates proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word and Outlook.
• Displays positive outlook on the job and promotes professional behavior always.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work with minimum supervision.
• Leadership skills to provide direction to the health center and inspire others.
• Diplomacy skills to work effectively in politically sensitive situations.
• Be receptive to organizational coaching to meet accepted standards.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and follow through on duties to completion.
• Understands and commits to maintaining the highest level of confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to build the trust and respect of patients, staff, colleagues, and other external contacts.
• Excellent problem-solving skills required, including creativity, resourcefulness, timeliness, and technical knowledge related to analyzing and resolving medical problems.
• Sensitivity to needs of culturally and linguistically diverse patient and employee population.
• Participate in Quality Management activities including peer review and utilization review.

Gracelight Community Health