Ob/Gyn

Grace Health•Battle Creek, MI

About The Position

Grace Health is seeking an OB/GYN to participate in the direction and delivery of clinical services and maintain standards of care in the OB/GYN department. The role provides medical consultations and collaborates in patient care with advanced nurse practitioners and certified nurse midwives as indicated. The physician provides care at Grace Health and Bronson Battle Creek Hospital within the scope of their specialty and helps ensure continuity of care through emergency call coverage and practitioner scheduling. The position also supports clinical quality improvement, staff development, recruitment and retention, peer review, and educational opportunities. The physician uses ancillary and pharmacy services with appropriate cost effectiveness when appropriate. Grace Health is an approved site for State and Federal loan repayment programs and offers a sign-on bonus. Flu vaccination is required.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of medicine, with an MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree from a non-US medical school.
Completion of an accredited MD or DO residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Current Michigan medical license.
Board certified or board eligible, with timely progress toward certification.
Current controlled substance license.
Current DEA certificate.
Current BCLS certification.
Full clinical privileges in Obstetrics/Gynecology at Bronson Battle Creek Hospital.
Flu vaccine is required.
Knowledge of professional medical theory, practice, and medical care to provide and evaluate patient care.
Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations, and procedures for administering patient care.
Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments used to administer patient care.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions for establishing a safe work environment.
Skill in applying and modifying professional medicine principles, methods, and techniques to provide ongoing patient care.
Skill in taking medical histories, assessing medical conditions, and interpreting findings.
Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence.
Skill in developing and maintaining department quality improvement.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the general public.
Ability to maintain quality control standards.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures relevant to medical practice in a FQHC.
Ability to communicate clearly.

Nice To Haves

Three years of experience in the area of specialty is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction for all clinical OB/GYN services.
Provide medical backup for midwifery services and other advanced practice nurses, if applicable.
Provide direct patient care, case management, consultation, and collaboration with other team members at Grace Health and Bronson Battle Creek Hospital within the scope of the specialty.
Review audit findings, provide in-service training, review service changes, and implement new programs.
Support continuity of care by sharing emergency call coverage, attending medical staff and OB/GYN department meetings, and scheduling medical practitioners for coverage.
Support the continuing development of certified nurse midwives and medical staff through in-service and other training opportunities, if applicable.
Maintain a professional association with hospital medical staff and promote Grace Health programs.
Participate in educational settings and experiences for the practice of medicine, nursing, and related health fields.
Participate in quality improvement activities, including literature review, development of standards of care and protocols, chart reviews, data analysis, and action plans.
Use ancillary and pharmacy services with appropriate cost effectiveness when appropriate.
Participate in recruitment, orientation, and retention of medical practitioners as indicated.
Participate in peer review activities.