This position is at our: Chico Cohasset - Womens Health and Dental site.
Job Description:
Shift: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Sign-On Bonus & Relocation For Eligible New Hires!
***We welcome applicants with valid licensure from any U.S. state or territory.***
Under general supervision from the Lead Medical Provider, the Staff Physician is responsible for providing or supervising medical care in assigned patients. Works collaboratively to promote strong teamwork and customer service for excellence in healthcare services, staff and patient experience, access to care and quality improvement.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide direct perinatal and office gynecology medical services to program patients in the outpatientsetting.
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Assist in establishment, review and revision of Medical Department protocols, policies and procedures.
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Assist in establishing and maintaining professional relationship with ancillary medical, laboratory and pharmaceutical services within the community.
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Evaluate abnormal laboratory studies, imaging and other tests and prescribe treatment as necessary.
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Evaluate patients with complex problems and refer to appropriate specialists if problem cannot be treated in-house.
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Work in conjunction with other Medical Clinic personnel in providing ongoing health education and information on preventative medicine.
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Assist in Clinical staff quality assurance and peer review, as needed.
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Maintain the standards of care within applicable area and scope of practice.
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Responsible for communicating problems identified involving personnel, medical staff, patients, families and the general public to the Clinic Manager or appropriate leadership.
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Provide consultation for mid-level providers as needed.
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Other duties as assigned.
Experience and Skills:
QUALIFICATIONS:
- California licensed OB/GYN or FM/OB, (Board Certification preferred). Out-of-state license is accepted, but must be able to obtain California license within one year.
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Two (2) years clinical experience in FQHC tribal clinic preferred. Experience including high-risk OB required.
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Maintain current DEA registration.
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Sensitive to Indian culture and health needs.
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Demonstrates understanding of age-related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served by adapting style, treatment and plan to each population.Staff Physician WHC updated 2025-03 FINAL.docx 2
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Ability to use electronic health records and maintain current, accurate medical records. Familiarity with Microsoft applications, such as Outlook, Excel, Word, & Teams.
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Demonstrates honesty, ethical behavior, and a commitment to doing what is right, building trust and respect among the healthcare team and the community.
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Ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, protocols, and the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
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Able to work collaboratively with multiple health professionals in a busy and complex environment using tact and diplomacy.
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Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong organizational problem-solving and analytical skills
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Reliable Transportation and ability to adhere to regular attendance.
Native Preference. Northern Valley Indian Health provides Native Preference in hiring practices for qualified Native applicants, in accordance with its policy. NVIH is also an Equal Opportunity and At Will Employer.
Job Benefits:
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Sign On Bonus and Relocation for Eligible New Hire
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Low patient/provider ratios
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No on-call or weekends
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401k with employer match
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Loan Repayment Options
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Generous PTO accrual
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14 Paid Holidays
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Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefits
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Supplemental provider benefits
From: Northern Valley Indian Health
