OB/GYN

Job Description

Job Description

Expected Salary Range: $14,423.07 - $15,901.44 bi-weekly

OVERVIEW

Under the supervision of the Chief Medical Officer, the Physician is entrusted with delivering primary healthcare services at our community health centers, while also undertaking related responsibilities as necessary.

Our organization is committed to offering the highest standard of comprehensive care to the populations we serve. Achieving this level of quality relies on the collective dedication and capability of our staff to collaborate effectively, both individually and as a cohesive team. Employees are expected to exhibit professionalism, punctuality, consistent attendance, cooperation, organization, and enthusiasm at all times.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Chief Medical Officer may assign various duties, which can be modified based on the needs of patients and clinic services:

• Gather and assess a patient's medical history, documenting findings in a clear, accurate, and concise manner.

• Conduct physical assessments, distinguishing between normal and abnormal findings.

• Provide routine physical exams, diagnostic services, and treatment for illnesses and emergencies.

• Uphold the highest standards of medical ethics consistently.

• Ensure quality care for all patients.

• Share on-call responsibilities with other medical staff as needed.

• Collect and document information regarding patients' medical histories.

• Examine patients to assess their overall physical condition.

• Order or perform various tests, analyses, and diagnostic imaging to gather information about patients' conditions.

• Analyze test results and examination findings to diagnose conditions.

• Administer or prescribe treatments and medications.

• Immunize patients against communicable diseases through vaccinations.

• Advise patients on diet, hygiene, and disease prevention methods.

• Report births, deaths, and outbreaks of contagious diseases to relevant authorities.

• Refer patients to specialists or other practitioners for advanced treatment.

• Perform minor surgical procedures.

• Conduct physical examinations for school admissions, job considerations, or insurance eligibility.

• Assist the Chief Medical Officer in formulating medical policies, reviewing existing policies, and implementing necessary changes; design, execute, and assess educational programs for patients and staff.

• Share supervisory duties for nurse practitioners with the Clinical Director as required.

• Operate within the privileges and protocols established by the Chief Medical Officer.

• Participate in committees as requested by the Chief Medical Officer.

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures, including infection control regulations.

• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care for patients (infants, children, adolescents, adults, and seniors).

• Understand protocols related to domestic violence, child abuse, and elder abuse.

• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and ensure confidentiality of communications (patient, employee, and organizational).

• Engage in patient population management concerning clinical services, considering cultural diversity and local resources.

• Contribute to care coordination by making follow-up calls after hospital discharges, assisting patients with follow-up appointments, and gathering data from recent hospital admissions to facilitate continuity of care.

• Recognize the importance of self-management support by building relationships with high-risk clients and anticipating their needs. Refer to an RN when clinical judgment is uncertain.

• Enhance communication skills with all team members, both internal and external, by advocating for patients and utilizing available resources to facilitate care. Collaborate with the Care Team (PCP, RN, Health Educator, LCSW, Director of Nursing, and/or Chief Medical Officer) to ensure patients receive appropriate services to achieve their goals.

• Understand the role in the quality improvement process, which may involve meetings, data collection, and charge auditing. Utilize Evidence-Based Practice guidelines to assist with disease management.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES

• May oversee mid-level providers under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer.

QUALIFICATIONS

• To excel in this role, an individual must effectively perform each essential duty. The qualifications listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to fulfill essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) degree from an accredited institution. Completion of a residency program in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, or Pediatrics is required. Board Certification or eligibility is necessary. Ongoing education in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, or Pediatrics through participation in local and national medical organizations is expected.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Capable of responding effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division across various units of measure, utilizing whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Competence in calculating rates, ratios, and percentages, as well as interpreting bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

• Comprehensive understanding of the principles, practices, and techniques of family-centered medicine. Ability to apply logical or scientific reasoning to a broad range of intellectual and practical challenges.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS

• Must possess a current, unrestricted, and valid Physician and Surgeon license or equivalent from the Medical Board of California. Board Certification or eligibility in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, or Pediatrics is required. Must hold a current, unrestricted, and valid DEA license, as well as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) for Family Practice/Internal Medicine, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) for Pediatrics, and Basic Life Support (BLS-C) for all specialties.

• Annual health examination, annual TB skin test clearance or biannual chest X-ray, and up-to-date immunizations for healthcare workers are required at the time of hire and annually thereafter.