Ob/Gyn Physician - OB Hospitalists (Per Diem)

St. Luke's University Health Network•Easton, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The St. Luke's Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician provides high-quality, cost-effective medical care and participates in quality, patient satisfaction, and performance improvement initiatives. This position provides hospitalist coverage in Allentown, Pennsylvania, in 24-hour call shifts, approximately 7 to 8 shifts per month. The hospitalist cares for OB/GYN patients, mentors OB/GYN residents and medical students, and participates in departmental quality, safety, and research initiatives. The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology includes more than 100 physicians and advanced practitioners across 40 practice locations, and has a growing obstetrical program with more than 6,000 deliveries per year across three birthing facilities. The department offers multidisciplinary clinical support, accredited training programs, research opportunities, and possible academic appointments through its affiliation with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. The physician performs examinations and consultations, rounds on assigned patients, provides evidence-based care, communicates with patients, families, and referring physicians, supervises advanced practitioners, contributes to patient and family education, and completes documentation and billing responsibilities. The role also includes maintaining licensure and professional qualifications and developing effective working relationships within the hospital and network.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited medical school.
Completion of residency and/or fellowship in the area of specialty.
Current or recent experience in the area of specialty.
MD or DO licensed by the state licensure board in the state of practice.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in the area of specialty by the appropriate medical board.
Obtain and maintain medical staff membership and appropriate privileges.
Be eligible for and maintain eligibility as a provider of Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal health programs.
Meet all qualifications to participate in professional malpractice and other liability coverage programs.

Responsibilities

Perform history and physical examinations of patients and provide consultations requested by other physicians.
Round on assigned patients and other patients as requested, collaborating with an advanced practitioner as needed.
Provide cost-effective, high-quality care based on evidence-based best practices.
Make best efforts to follow standardized orders and practice guidelines approved by the medical staff.
Demonstrate appropriate assessment, treatment, growth and development knowledge, and communication for the age of each patient treated.
Communicate regularly, promptly, and appropriately with referring physicians, patients, and their families.
Participate in educating patients and their families.
Participate in regular practice group meetings.
Maintain current medical records documentation and respond promptly to chart review and completion requests.
Submit timely and accurate billing information.
Supervise Advanced Practitioners.
Attend continuing medical education as appropriate to maintain Pennsylvania and New Jersey licensure.
Develop effective working relationships within the hospital and St. Luke's University Health Network.
Perform duties assigned or required within the area of specialty or service line.
Provide hospitalist coverage and care for OB/GYN patients.
Mentor OB/GYN residents and medical students.
Participate in departmental quality, safety, and research initiatives.

Benefits

Team-based care with well-educated, dedicated support staff
Work/life balance and flexibility
Exceptional compensation package
Starting bonus
Relocation reimbursement
Malpractice insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
CME allowance
Teaching, research, quality improvement, and strategic development opportunities