Best Practices, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Communication Skills, Documentation, Emergency Response, Epic Systems, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Health Plan, Healthcare, Hospital, Identify Issues, Insurance, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Managed Care, Medicaid, Medical Record System, Medicare, Medicine, Nursing, Nursing Credentials, OSHA, Obstetrics and Gynecology, On Call, Osteopathy, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Patient Education, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Quality of Care, Regulatory Compliance, Risk, Surgical Procedures, Team Player, Time Management, United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
CLINICAL
JOB TITLE: Obstetrician & Gynecologist (OB/GYN) - Physician
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Southern Crescent is seeking a Physician OBGYN who provides comprehensive women’s healthcare services in both outpatient and inpatient settings, including obstetric and gynecologic care. Responsible for managing routine and high-risk pregnancies, performing surgical procedures, and delivering patient-centered care. Participates in call coverage and supports a collaborative care model.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to Practice CEO and Chief OB Leadership.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Provides clinical supervision to Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Conduct well-woman exams, prenatal/postpartum visits, and gynecologic evaluations
- Diagnose and manage obstetric and gynecologic conditions, including high-risk complex patients
- Perform in-office and surgical procedures (e.g., biopsies, hysterectomy, cesarean sections)
- Participate in 24-hour call rotation
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care
- Supervise and support CNMs and NPs, including chart reviews and consultations
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Epic EHR system
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical meetings
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and clinical standards (HIPAA, OSHA, etc.)
EDUCATION: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution.
EXPERIENCE: Completion of an accredited OB/GYN residency program; prior clinical experience in a similar setting preferred.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Board certified or board eligible in Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Ability to obtain and maintain Medicare, Medicaid, and payer credentialing with the practice’s participating insurance and managed care plans
- Active and unrestricted medical license (or eligibility)
- DEA registration and prescribing authority
- Eligibility for hospital privileges
- Proficiency with Epic EHR system
KNOWLEDGE:
- Women’s health, obstetrics, and gynecology best practices
- Clinical protocols and evidence-based guidelines (ACOG, SMFM)
- Surgical and procedural techniques
- Healthcare regulations and compliance standards
SKILLS:
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making
- Effective communication and patient counseling
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Organizational and documentation skills
ABILITIES:
- Manage multiple patient cases in a fast-paced environment
- Perform complex surgical and obstetric procedures
- Respond quickly to emergencies and on-call situations
- Work collaboratively across care teams
ENVIRONMENTAL / WORKING CONDITIONS: Combination of outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital settings, including exposure to clinical and surgical environments with on-call responsibilities.
PHYSICAL / MENTAL DEMANDS: Ability to stand for extended periods, perform procedures, respond to emergencies, and maintain focus in high-pressure situations.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Commitment to patient-centered care
- Ability to adapt to evolving clinical technologies and practices
- Participate in practice and hospital meetings
- Willingness to participate in continuous education and improvement initiatives
DISCLAIMER: This is an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
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SOUTHERN CRESCENT WOMEN'S HEALTHCARE