Physician - OB Hospitalist - Mercy Hospital Fort Smith, Arkansas
About the role
Handle 220-270 births per month, with laborists managing 30-50 cases and Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs) delivering about 10% of those.
Focused Shift Work: Enjoy 24-hour shifts dedicated solely to L&D and the OB Emergency Department (OB ED), with no responsibilities for the general floor, GYN, or main ED.
State-of-the-Art Facilities: Work in two dedicated ORs on L&D, with access to main OR rooms if needed.
24/7 Support: Benefit from in-house anesthesia and neonatology, with Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) available virtually around the clock.
Collaborative Staffing: Join a team of 10 local OBGYNs (9 integrated/employed), with an expected net increase of one OBGYN in the fall.
Responsibilities
- Manage up to 30-50 labor cases per shift.
- Deliver approximately 10% of births under the guidance of Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs).
- Work in two dedicated ORs on L&D, with access to main OR rooms if needed.
- Benefit from in-house anesthesia and neonatology support.
- Collaborate with a team of 10 local OBGYNs (9 integrated/employed).
Requirements
High Birth Volume: Handle 220-270 births per month, with laborists managing 30-50 cases and CNMs delivering about 10% of those.
Focused Shift Work: Enjoy 24-hour shifts dedicated solely to L&D and the OB Emergency Department (OB ED), with no responsibilities for the general floor, GYN, or main ED.
State-of-the-Art Facilities: Work in two dedicated ORs on L&D, with access to main OR rooms if needed.
24/7 Support: Benefit from in-house anesthesia and neonatology, with MFM available virtually around the clock.
Collaborative Staffing: Join a team of 10 local OBGYNs (9 integrated/employed), with an expected net increase of one OBGYN in the fall.
Qualifications
- Experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
- Knowledge of labor management and delivery procedures.
- Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
- Experience with state-of-the-art medical equipment and technology.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Skills
- Strong clinical skills in obstetrics and gynecology.
- Effective teamwork and collaboration with other healthcare professionals.
- Proficiency in using hospital information systems and electronic medical records (EMR).
Benefits
Comprehensive, day one benefits including health, dental, vision and CMERetirement plans available with employer contribution and matching options
Relocation package and professional liability coverage provided
Pay
Details on pay structure are not specified in the job description.
Schedule
Details on schedule are not specified in the job description.