Job Description
Additional Information About the Role
Join a team where your contributions have a meaningful impact in the community.
Our organization is looking for a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician to become part of the established team at Parkland Health Center in Farmington, Missouri, which is situated about an hour from St. Louis.
Practice Details:
- Established Team: Work alongside skilled physicians and nurse practitioners.
- Strong Referral Network: Enjoy a large patient base supported by well-connected primary care providers on-site.
- Integrated Clinic Space: Operate in a modern clinic connected to the hospital for streamlined patient care.
- Pediatric Support: Pediatricians share the clinic space and are available for deliveries as needed.
- Procedure Facilities: Utilize dedicated rooms for ultrasound, colposcopy, and urodynamics.
- Specialty Support: Collaborate with specialists from a renowned children's hospital.
- Call Schedule: Participate in a shared call rotation with another physician, resulting in a 1:5 schedule.
- Visa Sponsorship: Opportunities available in a high Health Professional Shortage Area (HRSA) score.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive Base Salary: Two-year guarantee followed by a work Relative Value Unit (wRVU) compensation model.
- Student Loan Reimbursement: Support available to assist with educational debt management.
- Sign-On Bonus: Offered to ensure a smooth transition into the role.
- Continuing Medical Education (CME): An allowance is provided to support ongoing professional development.
- Paid Time Off: Four weeks of allotted time off (ATO) plus five days for CME activities.
- Relocation Assistance: Support available to facilitate the moving process.
Community Details:
Farmington combines small-town charm with access to urban amenities:
- Recognized Quality of Life: Rated by niche.com as one of the ‘Best Towns in Missouri‘ and ‘Best Towns to Raise a Family‘ due to appealing home values, low living costs, and low unemployment rates.
- Outdoor Recreation: Home to three state parks and 15 community parks, offering activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping.
- Golf Courses: Excellent facilities for golf enthusiasts.
- Diverse Shopping: A mix of national retailers and local boutiques in the downtown area.
- Educational Opportunities: A variety of schools, including public, private, and parochial options.
- Proximity to St. Louis: Experience the safety and community of a close-knit town with easy access to the cultural and entertainment offerings of a major city.
Hospital Affiliation:
Parkland Health Center includes a full-service acute-care hospital in Farmington and a three-bed critical access hospital in Bonne Terre, serving the residents of St. Francois County and surrounding areas in southeastern Missouri. The Farmington campus provides a wide range of services, including inpatient medical-surgical and intensive care, obstetrics, geriatric psychiatry, and emergency services. Outpatient services feature a wound care clinic and a specialized heart and lung center.
This position offers a balanced professional environment within a supportive community, making it an ideal opportunity for an Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician seeking growth and stability.
Role Purpose
The physician will deliver professional medical services within their specialty, focusing on direct patient care while also dedicating time to complete related tasks such as managing medical records, providing MyChart consultations, conducting patient-specific education, and collaborating with advanced practice providers and care team members.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the medical care of a patient panel by providing or arranging for inpatient hospital care, either through regular hospital rounds or coordinating with hospitalists or other qualified physicians.
- Work collaboratively with patients, families, and care team members to ensure optimal patient care outcomes at designated clinic locations.
- Document medical histories and physical examinations in the patient’s medical record as required by hospital bylaws.
- Arrange for call coverage for clinic patients and inpatient care in accordance with organizational policies and medical staff bylaws.
- Collaborate with and mentor advanced practice providers and support staff involved in the care of the physician’s patient panel.
- This position is classified as safety-sensitive, requiring the ability to maintain constant alertness and operate safely.
Minimum Requirements:
- Education: Doctorate in Medicine
- Experience: Less than 2 years
- Supervisor Experience: None required
- Licenses & Certifications: Board Eligible or Board Certified in the practicing specialty; Licensed Physician
Preferred Requirements:
Benefits and Legal Statement:
We are dedicated to providing you and your family with comprehensive benefits and resources to support your physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available from the first day of the month following your hire date.
- Disability insurance provided at no cost.
- Annual 4% automatic retirement contribution.
- 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
- Tuition assistance available from the first day.
- Access to the Institute for Learning and Development.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
- Paid Time Off that combines vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time.
- Adoption assistance available.
For more details, please refer to our Benefits Summary.
*Not all benefits apply to every position.
The information provided in this description is intended to convey the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.