OBGYN Provider- Women's Health

Job DetailsJob Location: Hartford, CT 06106Charter Oak Health Center is seeking a full-time Provider for its Women's Health practice.  We are open to the following provider types: MD, DO, APRN, PA, and Certified Midwife This position will provide the full scope of primary care services which fall under his/her field of training, including but not limited to diagnosis, treatment, coordination of care, preventive care and health maintenance to patients sixteen (16) years of age and above. In that capacity they are expected to be familiar with the philosophy, goals and objectives of the Center and work collaboratively to achieve them. They must be cognizant of, and comply with, all Center policies and procedures, as well as pertinent state and federal regulations. Essential Duties Provides medical patient care by interviewing, examining and treating of clinical patients in order to meet their medical needs Educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families Determines which referrals are required based on examination and patient needs Determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral/consultation appointments Exercises final medical judgment in all issues of health care Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients Orders studies, test and ancillary services Documents all services in patient medical record Reviews on a regular basis long term cases that require ongoing medical attention Consults with Medical Director and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues Comply with the Infection Control plan which includes personally utilizing universal precautions. Ensure compliance by support staff. Participates in quality improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by the hospital or clinic requirements Oversees mid-level medical staff as assigned as well as nursing clinical staff Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations QualificationsEducational Requirements Physicians: Medical degree from an accredited school and licensed to practice in the state of Connecticut  DEA and DPA Certificate of Registration Board Eligible or Beard Certified in Obstetrics (If not certified at time of hire, must be within 3 years of hire date) CPR and ACLS certificates  Midwives: Completion of Nurse-Midwifery Program accredited by the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) required Master's Degree in Nurse or healthcare related field Current Connecticut State Registered Nurse (RN) license required  Current Licensed Nurse-Midwife (LNM) POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Core Competencies/Skill Sets Ability to provide care to female patients who need preventive care and screenings and interpretation of diagnostic tests related to women’s health issues Provide care to female patients, including Gynecology visits for health assessments, annual exams, colposcopies, endometrial biopsies Manage abnormal uterine bleeding, family planning, and Manage Obstetric care for low and high risk pregnant patients including pregnancy tests, initial obstetric visits, pregnancy follow up, non-stress tests, ultrasounds.   Professional Experience/Educational Requirements Medical degree in medicine from an accredited school and licensed to practice in Connecticut Minimum two years of direct work or intern experience Care for and treat women during prenatal, natal and postnatal periods; Ability to perform scheduled surgeries at the local hospital and surgery center (Doctors only) Take 24 hour call at least once per week at the local hospital to medically manage and provide care for all COHC patients that go to the hospital through the ER or Labor and Delivery; including vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections and any other surgical emergencies such as dilations and curettages, laparoscopies or laparotomies.