Physician - OBGYN

Job Description

Overall Summary :

As part of a multi-disciplinary team of healthcare providers under the leadership of the Clinical Director, the Ob / Gyn Physician works to achieve the organizational goals of Bay Area Community Health through the delivery of prenatal, gynecological, obstetric and educational care in a patient-centered environment. Following clinic protocols and policies provides care to include but not limited to : examination, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, patient education, follow-up consultation and referrals for specialist services, labs and tests as necessary. Maintains legible, accurate and confidential medical records in compliance with state regulatory standards and clinic policies and procedures. The Physician also provides oversight of clinical support staff (i.e. Midlevel Practitioners, Medical Assistants and Nursing staff) and handles operational issues on the clinical floor to ensure continuity of services and a smooth patient flow.  Works in a collaborative effort across all departments and delivers care appropriate for an outpatient, primary care community health center with multicultural, multilingual patient population.

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Essential Responsibilities :

• Provide prenatal, post-partum and outpatientGYN medical care including medical examination and evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up consultation and health education following BACH’s clinical policies and procedures.
• Act as primary consultant on all obstetrics / gynecology cases referred by other providers, in person or via telephone. Must be willing to travel to and from service sites as needed and directed by Clinical Director.
• Identify, evaluate and address disease prevention and health promotion issues for patients while administering quality care.
• Educate patient and / or family about preventive care, medical issues, diagnosis and use of prescribed medical treatments and / or medications.
• Request patient referrals for specialty services, labs and tests as necessary.
• Maintain legible, accurate and confidential medical records. Document all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment outcomes, education, referrals and consultations in compliance with state regulatory standards and clinic policies and procedures.
• Perform all duties in support of successful implementation to EHR / EPM.
• Assist in developing and implementing protocols and procedures to facilitate delivery of comprehensive health services.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of new clinical programs as needed.  Also, works with new technologies for the improvement of patient services and clinic operations.
• Provide in-service training for all staff in selected topics in Obstetrics / Gynecology as deemed necessary in collaboration with the Clinical Director.
• Work in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, which allow for consultation, collaboration or referral.
• Provide medical consultation and back-up for mid-level practitioners, including review of 10% of charts for Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners. Back-up includes immediate electronic (cell phone, fax, email) or direct communication
• Demonstrate commitment to, and understanding of, BACH’s Behaviors for Success and GUEST (Customer Service Model), by modeling customer service excellence in all internal and external relationships and in the performance of all duties and responsibilities.
• Work flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends, as necessary.

Secondary Responsibilities :

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education, Experience, Training :

Medical degree from an accredited medical school.

Current and Valid California Medical License.

Preferred Education, Experience, Training :

Certifications / Licenses :

Current and valid California Medical License.

Access to reliable transportation.

Physical Demands :

This position requires :

Supervises :

May have oversight of :

Medical Intern(s)

Medical Student(s)

Nurse Practitioner(s)

Physician Assistant(s)