OB/GYN Physician | Growing Practice + Make a Lasting Community Impact

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Join a Team Making a Local Impact

We are looking for a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician to become part of our established team at a health center in Farmington, Missouri, just an hour away from St. Louis.

Practice Overview

• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced physicians and nurse practitioners.
• Robust Referral Network: Enjoy a large patient base supported by well-connected primary care providers on-site.
• Integrated Clinic: Operate in a modern clinic adjacent to the hospital, ensuring seamless patient care.
• Pediatric Collaboration: Pediatricians share clinic space and are available for deliveries as needed.
• Procedure Facilities: Access dedicated rooms for ultrasound, colposcopy, and urodynamics.
• Specialty Support: Collaborate with specialists from a renowned children’s hospital.
• Call Schedule: Participate in a shared call rotation with another physician, resulting in a 1:5 schedule.
• Visa Sponsorship: Opportunities available in a designated Health Professional Shortage Area (HRSA).

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a two-year guaranteed base salary followed by a compensation model based on work Relative Value Units (wRVU).
• Student Loan Assistance: Support available to help manage educational debt.
• Sign-On Bonus: Offered to ensure a smooth transition into the role.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME): An allowance is provided to support ongoing professional development.
• Paid Time Off: Four weeks of allotted time off (ATO) plus five days for CME activities.
• Relocation Support: Assistance available to facilitate your move.

Community Insights

Farmington combines small-town charm with access to metropolitan amenities:

• Quality of Life: Recognized as one of the ‘Best Towns in Missouri’ and ‘Best Towns to Raise a Family’ due to attractive home values, low living costs, and low unemployment rates.
• Outdoor Activities: Enjoy three state parks and 15 community parks, perfect for hiking, fishing, and camping.
• Golfing: Exceptional facilities available for golf enthusiasts.
• Diverse Shopping: A mix of national retailers and local boutiques in the downtown area.
• Educational Options: A variety of schools, including public, private, and parochial choices.
• Proximity to St. Louis: Experience the safety and community of a small town while having direct access to the cultural and entertainment offerings of a major city.

Hospital Overview

The health center features a full-service acute-care hospital in Farmington and a three-bed critical access hospital in Bonne Terre, serving residents of St. Francois County and surrounding areas in southeastern Missouri. The Farmington campus provides a wide range of services, including inpatient medical-surgical care, intensive care, obstetrics, geriatric psychiatry, and emergency services. Outpatient services include a wound care clinic and a heart and lung center.

This opportunity offers a balanced professional environment within a supportive community, making it an ideal choice for an Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician seeking both growth and stability.

Role Purpose

The physician will deliver professional medical services within their specialty, focusing on direct patient care while also managing related duties such as completing medical records, providing consultations, and collaborating with advanced practice providers and care team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the medical care of a patient panel by providing or arranging inpatient hospital care, either through regular rounds or by coordinating with hospitalists or other qualified physicians.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and care team members to ensure excellent patient outcomes at designated clinic locations.
• Perform and document medical histories and physical examinations in accordance with hospital bylaws.
• Provide or arrange call coverage for clinic patients and inpatient care, adhering to all policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with and mentor advanced practice providers and support staff involved in patient care.
• This position is considered safety-sensitive; maintaining alertness and safety is essential.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Doctorate in Medicine.
• Experience: No supervisory experience required.
• Licenses & Certifications: Board Eligible or Board Certified in the relevant specialty; Licensed Physician.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: 2-5 years in the field.

Benefits Overview

We are dedicated to providing comprehensive benefits and resources to support your physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available from the first day of the month following your hire date.
• Disability insurance provided at no cost.
• Annual 4% automatic retirement contribution.
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
• Tuition assistance available from day one.
• Access to the Institute for Learning and Development.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Paid Time Off benefit that combines vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time.
• Adoption assistance available.

Note: Not all benefits apply to every position. This description is intended to convey the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.