Physician - OBGYN

Sep 14, 2026

Physician-OBGYN job description outlining core responsibilities under the Chief Medical Officer, including direct patient care for pregnancy, childbirth, and women’s reproductive health. Defines essential clinical duties such as obtaining histories, documenting in the approved EMR/EHR, performing examinations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and providing gynecological outpatient procedures including colposcopy. Includes prenatal services for high-risk patients, emergency supervision, medication prescribing, patient education on family planning and disease prevention, and participation in peer review, training, CME, and compliance with conduct and HIPAA requirements. Lists minimum and preferred qualifications.

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PHYSICIAN –
OBSTETRICS/GYNECOLOGY
Chief Medical Officer
April 6, 2013 May 5, 2020 Clinical Exempt | | --- | --- | --- | Basic Function: Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer, the Obstetrics/Gynecology Physician (OBGYN), provides medical care related to pregnancy and/or childbirth and diagnoses, treats, and helps prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general medical care to Agency female patients all within the scope of licensing, training, and privileging/credentialing. Essential Functions: 1. Provides direct patient care to clinic patients as outlined in the physician’s current work agreement. May provide medical services in local hospitals per their credentialing/privileging policies as directed/approved by the CMO. 2. Elicits information related to the patient’s medical history and records into the Agency’s approved EMR/EHR system. Provides information for inclusion into Agency spreadsheets and worksheets for data reporting purposes. 3. Examines the patient for symptoms or to determine physical information. Orders, interprets, and executes various tests and diagnostic images to provide information on patient’s condition. Analyzes reports and findings of tests and examinations to present accurate diagnoses. Refers patients to medical specialist(s) for consultant services when necessary for further evaluation and treatment. 4. Provides colposcopy and other gynecological procedures appropriate in the outpatient setting. 5. Provides required gynecological and obstetrical surgical & non-surgical procedures for patient, both inpatient and ambulatory; or arranges for other physicians to provide these services. 6. Provides prenatal services for high-risk pregnant patients. 7. Supervises or participates in patient emergencies as required. 8. Completes paperwork for disability or time-off-from-work claims. 9. Administers or prescribes treatments. Prescribes medications, dosage and schedule in accordance with patient diagnoses, condition, and allergies. 10. Promotes health and wellness by advising patients about family planning, diet, physical activity, and hygiene along with methods for prevention of disease. 11. Participates in peer review activities as directed by the CMO and advises management on performance deficiencies of medical providers and clinical auxiliary personnel. 12. Complies with CHC Standards of Conduct, Code of Conduct, and Corporate Compliance. Secondary Functions: 13. Contributes to the training and proficiency of clinical personnel including medical students and residents. 14. Participates in community outreach activities such as health fairs, classes, and community events. 15. Attends meetings, seminars, and conferences as appropriate to ensure skills and knowledge remain current and requests CME time and reimbursement per current Agency policy. Completes required annual Agency training. 16. May travel to other sites to provide coverage. 17. Follows Agency policies, personnel policies, and patient/practitioner protocols not otherwise addressed in employment and responsibilities and follows appropriate infection control procedures using Standard Precautions as outlined in the Agency’s current policy. 18. Understand role in Disaster Plan and that safety is a condition of employment. 19. Serves on various CHC and community committees as required/requested. 20. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: 1. Ability to perform each essential function duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 2. Graduate of an accredited medical school with a current, unencumbered Arizona state license to practice medicine. 3. Valid DEA number. 4. Board Eligible/Board

FAQs

What is the basic function of the Obstetrics/Gynecology Physician (OBGYN)?

Under the Chief Medical Officer, the OBGYN provides medical care related to pregnancy and/or childbirth and diagnoses, treats, and helps prevent diseases affecting women, especially those in the reproductive system. The role may also include general care for agency female patients within licensing and credentialing scope.

What essential clinical tasks does the OBGYN perform?

The role provides direct clinic patient care, collects medical histories into the approved EMR/EHR, examines patients and determines physical information, orders and interprets tests and diagnostic images, and presents accurate diagnoses. It also includes gynecological procedures such as colposcopy and providing or arranging required inpatient and ambulatory surgical and non-surgical services, including prenatal care for high-risk patients.

What minimum qualifications are required for this position?

Minimum qualifications include the ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation; graduation from an accredited medical school with an unencumbered Arizona medical license; a valid DEA number; Board Eligible/Certified status by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology; credentialing/priviliging ability at local hospitals and with contracted health plans; not being excluded from federal health care programs; CPR certification; a valid driver’s license; clear English communication; strong interpersonal skills; HIPAA confidentiality compliance; and strong computer and communication/documentation abilities.

Sep 14, 2026

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