OB GYN Hospitalist

Legacy Health•Vancouver, WA

About The Position

The OB GYN Hospitalist provides inpatient obstetric and gynecologic care, including care for patients assigned to the inpatient MFM service. The role provides emergency backup to community OB-GYN physicians, including C-section assistance, and backup coverage for Family Practice physicians providing obstetric care in the hospital. The hospitalist also manages unassigned patients and patients presenting to the emergency department with OB or GYN complaints, and may provide backup support for Nurse-Midwives if a hospital program develops. The position works with physicians, nurses, and administrative staff to coordinate patient care and make cost-effective use of clinical resources. It includes clear communication with other clinicians, timely and accurate documentation, participation in patient-care conferences and clinical committees, and input into quality, safety, and patient and family satisfaction improvements. The role also assists the Clinical Vice President of Surgical Specialty Services with expanding the inpatient service. Legacy Health describes its mission as improving health for its people, patients, communities, and the world. It is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment and encourages qualified candidates to apply even if they do not meet every listed qualification.

Requirements

Graduate of a four-year U.S. medical school or equivalent.
Completed an OB-GYN residency.
Clinical experience in OB-GYN, including high-risk pregnancy management.
Board certified or board eligible in OB-GYN.
Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state(s) of practice.
Active member in good standing of the Hospital Medical Staff.

Responsibilities

Provide prompt and efficient medical care to patients assigned to the inpatient MFM service as scheduled.
Perform duties at the professional level of quality and efficiency established by the Hospital.
Provide emergency backup support for community OB-GYN physicians, including C-section assistance.
Provide backup coverage for Family Practice physicians providing obstetric care in the Hospital.
Manage unassigned patients.
Manage patients presenting to the emergency department with OB or GYN complaints as needed.
Provide backup support for Nurse-Midwives if a Nurse-Midwifery program develops in the Hospital.
Participate as a team member in patient-care conferences.
Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and administrative staff to maximize cost-effective use of clinical resources.
Communicate promptly and clearly about patient status and changes in condition to other clinicians responsible for care.
Prepare accurate and timely documentation of patient care to support accurate Hospital billing and collection.
Participate and provide leadership on appropriate clinical committees as requested.
Provide physician input into improvements in quality, patient safety, and patient and family satisfaction.
Assist the Clinical Vice President of Surgical Specialty Services in efficiently expanding the inpatient service.