Family Medicine Physician

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Family Medicine Physician w/ Surgical OB, you will play a pivotal role in delivering comprehensive healthcare, including vital surgical obstetrics services, to the Fort Morgan community served by CommonSpirit Mountain Region. Embrace a rewarding career in rural healthcare, leveraging a dedicated C‑section suite and on‑site APP support to provide exceptional patient care within a supportive hospital environment.

Each shift you will engage in managing 36 patient‑facing hours per week at our clinic conveniently located within St. Elizabeth Hospital. You will be instrumental in our commitment to accessible, high‑quality care, performing surgical obstetrics and collaborating with a dedicated APP to deliver optimal outcomes for mothers and babies.

To be successful in this role, you will be a board‑certified or board‑eligible Family Medicine Physician with a strong interest and proficiency in Surgical Obstetrics. Your expertise will be critical in providing vital labor and delivery services, alongside comprehensive primary care. Familiarity with a hospital‑based clinic setting and a desire to contribute to a mission‑driven organization focused on accessible healthcare will be key to your success.

• Delivers High‑Quality Patient Care and Documentation: Physicians provide superior ambulatory care, conducting examinations, services, and maintaining meticulous medical records in accordance with all policies, including those for managed care, Medicare, and Medicaid.
• Adheres to Regulatory and Ethical Standards: Physicians strictly comply with all federal and state reimbursement plans, the ethical and religious directives of sponsoring entities, and the Hospital's comprehensive policies, procedures, and medical staff bylaws, rules, and regulations.
• Engages in Quality Improvement and Peer Review: Physicians actively participate in clinical and quality improvement initiatives, contribute to physician peer review, utilization review, and serve on medical staff committees as assigned to enhance overall service delivery.
• Contributes to Operational Excellence and Professional Growth: Physicians advise on operational matters, including personnel, business oversight, and equipment evaluation, while maintaining professional competence through continuous medical education and board certification, staying abreast of the latest medical developments.

We are offering a highly competitive guaranteed base salary of $298,171, alongside additional $58,000 in compensation for labor deck shifts (7 per month), a generous $29,817 sign‑on bonus, and up to $15,000 for relocation. We also support your career growth with significant student loan repayment options and quality incentives, ensuring your well‑being through flexible time away and CME funds. We also proudly offer discounted on‑site childcare with a Colorado Shines Level 5 rating, demonstrating our dedication to supporting our employees and their families.

Job Requirements

Required:

• Board‑eligible/Board‑certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Active or eligible license in the state of Colorado
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of OBGYN care principles
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem‑solving skills

Where You’ll Work

St. Elizabeth Hospital, located in Fort Morgan, Colorado, is a Level 4 Trauma Center and an American College of Cardiology Accredited Chest Pain Center serving northeastern Colorado. Our hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, including cardiology, maternal, emergency, surgical, pediatrics, and acute inpatient care, as well as a multitude of subspecialists across our specialty clinics. As a 50‑bed facility, St. Elizabeth serves as the region's referral center for northeastern Colorado. Since 1952, we have proudly served Morgan County, one of Colorado's most diverse counties, where more than 28 languages are spoken.

Join the St. Elizabeth Hospital team and thrive! Your well‑being and growth matter to us. We offer relocation support, comprehensive benefits, and tuition reimbursement.