Hawaii Health Systems Corporation
STAFF PHYSICIAN (OBGYN) (KAUAI -KR389)
Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, Houston, Texas, United States
Overview
JOB DESCRIPTION
DATE POSTED:
May 10, 2022
Updated on December 27, 2023
POSITION TITLE:
STAFF PHYSICIAN (OBGYN)
STATUS:
Exempt | Full-Time (1.0 FTE)
SALARY : Negotiable
LOCATION : This position is located in the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department of Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH). KVMH, Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), and The Kaua’i Region Clinics, which consist of The Clinic at Waimea, The Clinic at Port Allen, The Clinic at Kalāheo, The Specialty Clinic at Kalāheo, The Urgent Care at Po’ipū, The Clinic at Līhu’e, and The Clinic at Kapa’a are all part of Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) Kaua’i Region, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i.
Responsibilities The Staff Physician (OBGYN) is primarily responsible for the delivery of professional and high-quality care to all patients and residents in the clinics, Emergency Services department, and Acute Care units at KVMH and SMMH and performs other duties as assigned. The OBGYN is supervised by the Regional Chief Medical Officer (RCMO), position no. 109715, or its designee.
Candidates must be able to work call coverage, weekends, holidays, etc. Services are provided 24/7.
Minimum Qualifications Education:
Graduation from an accredited school of medicine/osteopathy with a Doctor of Medicine/Osteopathy degree and completion of a residency program accredited by the American Board of Medical Specialties or American Osteopathic Association.
Licensure:
Possession of a current license to practice medicine in the State of Hawai’i (Evidence of licensure is required). The physician shall be duly licensed and qualified as a doctor of medicine or osteopathy to practice medicine in the State and shall be approved for Active Staff membership and clinical privileges on the Medical Staff of the Hospital in accordance with the Hospital’s Medical Staff bylaws and Rules and Regulations. The physician shall also be approved for, and maintain throughout the term of this Agreement, Active Medical Staff membership and appropriate clinical privileges at the Hospital. The physician is further required to maintain membership in good standing in Kaua’i Medical Associates, an independent physician association;
Current registration with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and a current State Controlled Substance license from the State of Hawai’i Department of Public Safety’s (DPS) Narcotics Enforcement Division (NED).
Certifications:
Current board certification by an appropriate certification organization is required within three years of employment unless specifically exempted by the RCEO; Must be credentialed by the HHSC Kaua’i Region Medical Staff department prior to employment;
Current certifications issued by the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support (BLS) in Health Care Providers (adult, child, and infant) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS);
Certifications in NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program), STABLE (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Labs, and Emotional Support), and AWHONN Fetal Monitoring must be obtained within one (1) month of employment.
Experience:
Clinical experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology; excellent communication skills with demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with physicians, staff, and administrators.
Desirable Skills & Abilities Applicants must demonstrate a high degree of personal integrity; skill and dedication in patient care; collaborative approach to relationships and problem-solving; technical skills in quality assurance and performance improvement; knowledge and understanding of the CMS standards and process; effective written and verbal communication; competency and professionalism as a medical practitioner; and basic understanding of medical care/hospital reimbursement systems and practices.
Familiarity with standards, regulations, requirements of Medicare, Medicaid, The Joint Commission, and procedures used in surveillance, and control of hospital infections desired.
Health & Physical Requirements Applicants must meet the health and physical requirements deemed necessary to effectively and safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Working Conditions
May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases
Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases
Subject to hazards of flammable, explosive gases
Occasional exposure to unpleasant patients or unit elements
Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances
Exposed to unpleasant elements (accidents, illness, injury, and death)
Subject to varying and unpredictable situations
Handles emergency or crisis situations
Subject to many interruptions
Occasionally subjected to irregular hours
Requires judgment/action which could result in the death of a patient
Handles absentee replacement on short notice
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DATE POSTED:
May 10, 2022
Updated on December 27, 2023
POSITION TITLE:
STAFF PHYSICIAN (OBGYN)
STATUS:
Exempt | Full-Time (1.0 FTE)
SALARY : Negotiable
LOCATION : This position is located in the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department of Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH). KVMH, Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), and The Kaua’i Region Clinics, which consist of The Clinic at Waimea, The Clinic at Port Allen, The Clinic at Kalāheo, The Specialty Clinic at Kalāheo, The Urgent Care at Po’ipū, The Clinic at Līhu’e, and The Clinic at Kapa’a are all part of Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) Kaua’i Region, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i.
Responsibilities The Staff Physician (OBGYN) is primarily responsible for the delivery of professional and high-quality care to all patients and residents in the clinics, Emergency Services department, and Acute Care units at KVMH and SMMH and performs other duties as assigned. The OBGYN is supervised by the Regional Chief Medical Officer (RCMO), position no. 109715, or its designee.
Candidates must be able to work call coverage, weekends, holidays, etc. Services are provided 24/7.
Minimum Qualifications Education:
Graduation from an accredited school of medicine/osteopathy with a Doctor of Medicine/Osteopathy degree and completion of a residency program accredited by the American Board of Medical Specialties or American Osteopathic Association.
Licensure:
Possession of a current license to practice medicine in the State of Hawai’i (Evidence of licensure is required). The physician shall be duly licensed and qualified as a doctor of medicine or osteopathy to practice medicine in the State and shall be approved for Active Staff membership and clinical privileges on the Medical Staff of the Hospital in accordance with the Hospital’s Medical Staff bylaws and Rules and Regulations. The physician shall also be approved for, and maintain throughout the term of this Agreement, Active Medical Staff membership and appropriate clinical privileges at the Hospital. The physician is further required to maintain membership in good standing in Kaua’i Medical Associates, an independent physician association;
Current registration with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and a current State Controlled Substance license from the State of Hawai’i Department of Public Safety’s (DPS) Narcotics Enforcement Division (NED).
Certifications:
Current board certification by an appropriate certification organization is required within three years of employment unless specifically exempted by the RCEO; Must be credentialed by the HHSC Kaua’i Region Medical Staff department prior to employment;
Current certifications issued by the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support (BLS) in Health Care Providers (adult, child, and infant) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS);
Certifications in NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program), STABLE (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Labs, and Emotional Support), and AWHONN Fetal Monitoring must be obtained within one (1) month of employment.
Experience:
Clinical experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology; excellent communication skills with demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with physicians, staff, and administrators.
Desirable Skills & Abilities Applicants must demonstrate a high degree of personal integrity; skill and dedication in patient care; collaborative approach to relationships and problem-solving; technical skills in quality assurance and performance improvement; knowledge and understanding of the CMS standards and process; effective written and verbal communication; competency and professionalism as a medical practitioner; and basic understanding of medical care/hospital reimbursement systems and practices.
Familiarity with standards, regulations, requirements of Medicare, Medicaid, The Joint Commission, and procedures used in surveillance, and control of hospital infections desired.
Health & Physical Requirements Applicants must meet the health and physical requirements deemed necessary to effectively and safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Working Conditions
May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases
Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases
Subject to hazards of flammable, explosive gases
Occasional exposure to unpleasant patients or unit elements
Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances
Exposed to unpleasant elements (accidents, illness, injury, and death)
Subject to varying and unpredictable situations
Handles emergency or crisis situations
Subject to many interruptions
Occasionally subjected to irregular hours
Requires judgment/action which could result in the death of a patient
Handles absentee replacement on short notice
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