The OB Hospitalist provides assessment, evaluation, planning, and treatment aligned with evidence-based guidelines and performs at their specialty's highest professional standards of clinical practice. The physician collaborates with external referring physicians to provide continuous care and assist patients with appropriate treatment and follow-up as clinically indicated.
All job qualifications listed indicate the minimum level necessary to perform this job proficiently.
Education:
Minimum: Doctor of Medicine degree (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree (DO). Board Certified or Board Eligible in the physician's associated specialty.
Certifications, licenses, registrations:
Minimum: Physician's unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of California. Must meet all requirements for membership and unrestricted clinical privileges of the CH Medical Staff. Valid Drug Enforcement Agency license - DEA Schedule 2- 5. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) within 45 days.
Technical requirements
Minimum: Strong understanding of examination methodologies and diagnostics. Broad knowledge of common medication, side effects, and contraindications. In-depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medicine best practices.
Years of related work experience:
Minimum: Proven experience working in clinical practice as a physician.
Knowledge, skills, & abilities:
All knowledge, skills, and abilities listed indicate the minimum level deemed necessary to perform this job proficiently.
Problem solving and decision-making:
Collaborative in identifying and supporting operational improvements that will facilitate a better clinical care environment. Escalates issues and engages other members of the care team or administrative support or leadership, when needed.
Interpersonal skills:
Respect for patient’s confidentiality. Compassionate and approachable. Responsible and trustworthy.
Communication skills:
The employee communicates effectively. Excellent oral and written communication skills.