OB/GYN Physician

OB/GYN Physician

Our organization is dedicated to delivering top-tier healthcare, enhancing the quality of life in central Michigan through accessible, team-oriented care.

Job Overview:

The OB/GYN Physician will conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' health, establish accurate diagnoses, and implement effective care plans to achieve optimal clinical outcomes. As part of a collaborative healthcare team, the physician will play a vital role in patient care.

Our facility is recognized as a qualified site for loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps.

The Women's Health Center operates within McLaren Central Michigan Hospital, providing our physicians with access to cutting-edge robotic-assisted surgical technology in the operating room.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver preventive care and treatment for a variety of health issues, including pregnancy, childbirth, menstrual disorders, menopause, sexually transmitted infections, and other reproductive health concerns.
• Provide comprehensive prenatal, labor and delivery, and postpartum care for expectant mothers.
• Perform medical procedures within the defined scope of practice, including pap smears, pelvic exams, breast exams, colposcopies, IUD insertions, and biopsies.
• Evaluate a wide range of treatment and preventive options, recommending age-appropriate and culturally sensitive courses of action.
• Conduct surgeries such as cesarean sections, hysterectomies, and laparoscopies.
• Offer Telehealth services to patients when suitable.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including nurses, emergency staff, anesthesiologists, primary care providers, and pediatricians, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate and current medical records, documenting patient history, diagnoses, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Educate and counsel patients on reproductive health, contraception, sexually transmitted infections, mental health, and related topics.
• Communicate effectively with patients and their families to ensure understanding of diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care needs.
• Refer patients to specialists as needed, encouraging them to seek appropriate care and treatment.
• Respond promptly and professionally to incoming patient referrals from collaborating providers.
• Document and complete patient charts in a timely manner.
• Act appropriately in urgent or emergency situations.
• Address and follow up on patient complaints and concerns regarding medical care.
• Contribute to efficient practice management policies, enhancing patient access to care.
• Meet patient care hours as specified in the employment agreement.
• Fulfill call assignment commitments with clear communication and follow-up.
• Support accurate billing for professional services through timely documentation and knowledge of the organization’s billing policies.
• Adhere to all organizational policies, procedures, and practice guidelines.
• Assist with third-party payer performance and value-based purchasing programs in which the organization participates.
• Respond to correspondence requests in a timely manner.
• Manage patient care by effectively utilizing available resources, including prescribing and ordering ancillary services.
• Utilize the referral network as necessary to address patient conditions and concerns.
• Promote appropriate lengths of stay for hospitalized patients.
• Leverage the organization’s information technology systems to enhance efficiency.

Leadership and Community Engagement:

• Serve as a resource for colleagues and support staff, fostering teamwork and improving care quality.
• Participate in the training and evaluation of clinic support staff as needed.
• Regularly attend and engage in provider meetings.
• Participate in community education and professional activities to promote the organization’s services.

Commitment to Patients:

• Recognize and address diverse patient needs and preferences.
• Take proactive steps to meet patient needs while respecting diversity.
• Propose and implement ideas to enhance overall patient service.
• Maintain confidentiality and share information only with those who need to know.

Commitment to Colleagues:

• Value and understand the differences among employees.
• Treat all employees with dignity and respect.
• Encourage open and honest communication.
• Resolve conflicts positively.
• Contribute to the productivity of the team.

Commitment to the Organization:

• Embody the values of dignity, integrity, service, and compassion.
• Support the mission of the organization.
• Act as an ambassador for the organization.

Physician Responsibilities:

• Complete all required training relevant to credentials and scope of work.
• Enhance and maintain skills through ongoing medical education.
• Actively engage in clinical quality improvement and risk management initiatives.
• Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
• Contribute to a safe working environment.

Qualifications:

• Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) from an accredited institution.
• Current medical license in the State of Michigan.
• Active controlled substance license.
• Board certified or board eligible in the specialty.
• Unrestricted and current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification is required.
• Must acquire and maintain hospital privileges where deliveries and call services are performed.