OBGYN Physician

St. Josephs Medical Center•Houston, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing care and treatment to women during prenatal, natal, and postnatal periods. The physician will diagnose, treat, and monitor diseases, disorders, and conditions, and prescribe appropriate medications in accordance with standardized procedures and company policy. Responsibilities include performing pap smears, pelvic and breast exams, conducting mood and emotional well-being assessments during post-partum appointments, and collaborating with other medical and non-medical personnel. The role involves monitoring patient progress, educating patients on treatment plans and disease prevention, and maintaining detailed documentation. The physician will also conduct routine check-ups and follow-up appointments, demonstrating excellent customer service and communication skills. Houston's oldest hospital, St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC), is growing and has been providing world-class care for 137 years. SJMC offers a wide range of services including Advanced Wound Care, Comprehensive Cardiac and Vascular Services, the Women's Center, the St. Joseph Maternal Fetal Medicine Center, and a Weight Loss Surgery Program. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are foundational to the care provided by SJMC.

Requirements

Must be a Physician MD/DO, with a current license in The State of Texas.
This license will be current (not revoked, suspended, or lapsed in registration), valid, and unencumbered (not subject to restriction pertaining to the scope, location, or type of practice ordinarily granted to other applicants for similar licenses in granting jurisdiction).
Current DEA licensure required
Current CPR certification required
Possess and maintain a current Basic Life Support Training Certification from the American Heart Association.
Board Certified (or eligible) in the appropriate ABOG - ACGME, CRCPSC, or AOA.

Responsibilities

Provide care and treatment to women during prenatal, natal, and postnatal periods.
Diagnose, treat, and monitor diseases, disorders, and conditions.
Prescribe appropriate medications to treat patients in accordance with standardized procedures and company policy.
Perform pap smears, pelvic and breast exams.
Conduct mood and emotional well-being assessments during post-partum appointment.
Collaborate and consult with other medical and non-medical personnel.
Effectively monitor patients progress throughout treatment plan and care and provide continuous improvement on patient outcomes.
Educate patients on importance of treatment plans and communicate side effects and risk of medications prescribed.
Educate patients on disease prevention and reproductive health.
Demonstrate effective and detailed written documentation skills.
Conduct routine check-up appointments and maintain follow-up throughout patients care.
Demonstrate excellent customer service and communication with patients.
All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.