Physician

Overview Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, a member hospital of Dartmouth Health, is seeking a Board Certified / Board Eligible OB/GYN physician to join our busy practice. SVHC is an integrated, non-profit health system and has a proud 100-year history as an innovator in health care delivery. It includes a 99‑bed hospital and 25 primary care and specialty care practices at nine total locations in the greater Bennington area and nearby New York and Massachusetts. Location: Bennington, Vermont. Responsibilities Provide clinical and related administrative services to ensure timely care of patients. Abide by the Dartmouth Health Bylaws for the Professional Staff and Code of Conduct. Review records and detailed medical history from patient(s). Determine appropriate diagnosis (diagnoses) and treatment plan(s). Determine and order appropriate screening and diagnostic tests and studies. Obtain informed consent for treatment, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures and studies. Interpret and evaluate test and study results. Prescribe medications, treatments, and medical devices in accordance within specialty scope of practice and applicable rules and regulations. Initiate referrals to other providers as necessary. Initiate admission/discharge of patients, if applicable. Provide consultation, education, and counseling regarding the management of acute and chronic illnesses and injuries. Encourage behavioral change and assist with self‑management skills to improve overall health, within specialty scope of practice. Complete appropriate documentation in a timely manner. Provide patient and family‑centered care. Insure the patient’s right to privacy, confidentiality, and informed consent. Supervise APP’s as directed. Participate in continuing medical education (CME). Participate in quality and patient safety initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Advanced clinical degree (MD or DO) Post graduate training in residency program Required Licensure/Certifications Vermont Medical License Current or eligible for ABMS Board Certification (to be obtained within 5 years) Active hospital staff membership Equal Opportunity Employer Dartmouth Health is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr