OB Hospitalist

PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center's OB Hospitalist team is seeking a BC/BE physician who could provide occasional per diem coverage. Ideal Candidate Experienced OB Hospitalist MD/DO interested in working on an as-needed Relief (per diem) basisPassionate about serving underserved populationsAble to work well with Certified Nurse Midwives and across Departments Program Highlights 12-hour shiftsCollegial and collaborative working environmentExperienced nursing staff, Respiratory Therapists, and others24/7 Pediatric Hospitalists to support newborn careCertified OB Emergency DepartmentApproximately 2,000 hospital births annuallyTwo OB operating rooms with dedicated OB anesthesiaEpic EMRBellingham, WA is the perfect blend of endless outdoor recreation, urban living, strong schools, great shopping & cuisine, and so much more! These amenities are surrounded by incredible scenery, from the sea to the mountains and the rainforest, making this community an amazing place to live. Head to Mount Baker for a day in the snow. Tour the San Juan Islands by sea kayak or sailboat. Trek the North Cascades on foot. Stay in town to explore the shops and cafes of historic Fairhaven and Downtown and then catch a show at Mount Baker Theater - you can do it all in Bellingham! PeaceHealth has been serving the communities of northwest Washington since 1890 with PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center, now a 253-bed, two-campus hospital providing a Level II Trauma Center and a full range of inpatient and outpatient services. PeaceHealth's Whatcom Region also includes the comprehensive heart care services of the Cardiovascular Center at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center as well as the primary and specialty care provided by PeaceHealth Medical Group. Hourly Relief Rate: $191.61/hourMedical malpractice coverage with tail coveragePotential for travel/accommodation stipendPlease reach out if you would like to learn more! Kim Dianich, Lead Provider Recruiter / Job SummaryDemonstrates compassion, respect and caring while working within the scope of practice of Physician to provide safe and efficient care to patients and assistance to their families and visitors. Works collaboratively with all other healthcare team members toward the best outcomes for the patient and the organization. Provides professional services to the hospital and its patients.Essential FunctionsPractice of medicine within the scope of license, training and credentialing.Practice of medicine in accordance with the current standards of care as well as the quality criteria adopted by the clinic.Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual patient care appropriate to the age of patients served by demonstrating knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.Performs other duties as assigned.QualificationsEducationAccredited School of Medicine Required: . AndRequired: . completion of Internship/Residency Program in area of specialtyExperienceCredentialsRequired : Licensed to practice as a physician in the State or ability to obtain during credentialing process, and board certified or board eligible andRequired : Drug Enforcement Admin Federal Number andRequired : Cardiopulmonary ResuscitationSkillsDemonstrated expertise in clinical management of patients. (Required)Maintains current knowledge and skills with continuing education. (Required)Must meet all training requirements for specific department. (Required)Able to work varied hours; rigorous on-call and call-back schedule. (Required)Must not be a practitioner excluded from participation in the Medicare or Medicaid program. (Required)Department / Location Specific NotesWorking ConditionsLiftingPatient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA) Frequency should be seldom or occasionally.Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.Bending/ stooping / reaching occasionally.Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.Environmental ConditionsExposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.Mental/VisualVision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws. Get notifications based on your interests for Future Opportunities Healthcare & Medical