Physician- OB-GYN

Neighborhood Healthcare • Riverside, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The OB/GYN Physician will work to support the mission and vision of Neighborhood Healthcare (Neighborhood) by providing excellent patient-centered care and services within a dynamic team environment. The role will primarily focus on providing comprehensive obstetric and gynecological care to our patients in an outpatient setting.

Requirements

• Medical degree (MD or DO) and completion of an accredited residency program in Obstetrics and Gynecology required
• Board certification or eligibility for certification by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology required
• Active and unrestricted medical license to practice in the state of California is required
• Proficiency in conducting gynecological examinations, procedures, and obstetric care
• Current CA DEA licensure is required and is to be maintained as a condition of employment
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through an American Heart Association (AHA)-approved source is required upon hire and must be maintained as a condition of employment. AHA-approved courses include an in-person, hands-on skills check with a certified instructor using a mannequin to demonstrate CPR and emergency response techniques. Online-only BLS courses without a live skills check do not meet this requirement.
• Strong knowledge of current evidence-based practices and guidelines in obstetrics and gynecology
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with patients and colleagues
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based healthcare environment as well as independently
• Proficiency in using electronic medical record for accurate and timely documentation
• Dedication to providing compassionate and patient centered care
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with advancements in the field
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent planning and organizational ability
• Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner

Responsibilities

• Administers or prescribes treatments and tests including pap smears, pelvic and breast exams
• Conducts thorough consultations, medical histories, and physical examinations of patients
• Diagnoses and treats gynecological conditions such as menstrual disorders, pelvic pain, infections, and menopause related symptoms
• Provides prenatal care, including regular check-ups, basic ultrasonography, and screenings for pregnancies, including high risk pregnancies
• Offers family planning services, contraceptive counseling and assists with contraceptive procedures
• Performs minor office-based procedures such as colposcopies, endometrial biopsies, contraceptive implants/removals, and IUD insertions/removals
• Educates patients on reproductive health, preventative care, and treatment options
• Provides counseling and support to patients regarding family planning, fertility issues and pregnancy related concerns
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals, including nurses, midwives, and support staff to provide comprehensive patient care
• Shares accountability for overall patient health outcomes by working in coordination with care teams
• Operates to instill confidence in our care and in our facilities to patients, fellow employees, and other stakeholders
• Assesses training needs and promotes developmental activities of medical staff
• Advise Advanced Practice Practitioners
• Maintains accurate and up to date electronic medical records and ensure proper documentation of patient encounters
• Reviews patient files/records, including allergies, problems, medications, and immunization status
• Elicits and records information about patient medical history
• Examines patients for symptoms or physical information
• Orders and executes various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient’s condition
• Analyzes reports and findings of tests, examinations, and diagnoses to understand the patient’s current condition
• Determines and prescribes patient medications, dosages and schedules dependent on their conditions and allergies
• Prescribes and administers vaccinations to immunize patients from communicable diseases
• Documents patient visits, including medical history, physical exam, diagnoses, and plan of action
• Stays informed of organizational activities and promote mission and goals.
• Stays abreast of the latest advancements in obstetrics and gynecology through continuing education, maintenance of certification and professional development
• Reviews and responds to all forms of communication, such as emails, postal mail, voice mails
• Functions at highest level according to credentials and competency
• Impacts patient experience by demonstrating courteous and helpful behavior and a commitment to accuracy
• Maintains professional working relationships with all levels of staff, clients, and the public
• Cooperates in accomplishing department goals and objectives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior