Physician - Ob/Gyn

Legacy Community Health is a premium, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides comprehensive care to community members regardless of their ability to pay. Our goal is to treat the entire patient while improving their overall wellness and quality of life, in addition to providing free pregnancy tests, HIV/AIDS screening. At Legacy, we empower patients to lead better lives by promoting healthy behaviors and offering resources such as literacy classes, family planning services, and nutrition and weight management information.

Our roots began in 1981 as the Montrose Clinic, with specialization in HIV education, testing, and treatment. Since then, the agency has expanded to >50 clinics in Houston, one in Baytown, two in Beaumont, and one in Deer Park with extensive services that include: Adult primary care, HIV/AIDS care, pediatrics, OB/GYN and maternity, dental, vision and behavioral health. We also service students within KIPP and YES Prep schools. Legacy is committed to driving healthy change in our communities.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Legacy is seeking an OB/GYN physician that is interested in providing medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth and diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general medical care to women.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Obtains complete medical history and physical data on patients.
  Interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as needed.
• Performs a complete physical exam and records findings. Collaborates with providers in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients.
• Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
• Synthesizes data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention.
• Administers medications and injections. Sutures minor lacerations.
• Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention.
• Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
• Instructs patients and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Provides patient education.
• Maintains and reviews patient records, charts, and other pertinent information. Posts tests and examination results.
• Notes need to be co-signed by physician.
• Triages patient telephone calls and provides consultation.
• Manages medical and surgical emergencies.
• Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits.
• Have a working knowledge of ICD9, CPT and HCPCS coding and managed care, and be available for training as necessary.
• Attends required meetings and participates in committees/pilot projects as requested.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
• Follows the Legacy guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Maintains strict confidentiality.
• Uses oral and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas in a clear, positive manner that is consistent with the LEGACY Mission.
• Participates in the Performance Improvement Program

EDUCATION & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be licensed in Texas as an MD or DO.
• Successful completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited residency or clinical fellowship in OB/GYN; a current certification in OB/GYN by the ABOG or the AOBOG that indicates passing of the written and oral examinations. In addition, evidence of current competence within the last 12 months to perform privileges requested.
• Ability to meet Legacy Community Healths EPIC proficiency requirements.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience in a hospital and/or clinic setting.
• Must be proficient with all aspects of EMR.

BENEFITS:

Legacy is a proud participant in the Texas Loan Repayment Program which participating physicians can earn up to $180,000 in loan repayment.

As part of values that Healthcare is a Right and not a Privilege, we offer a suite of benefits including:

• Medical / Vision / Dental (Costs of benefits are based on your yearly salary)
• Medical visit copays are waived when seeing a Legacy provider.
• 9 Holiday + 1 Floating Holiday
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Bright Horizons Back-up Care
• As a user of Bright Horizons Back-Up Care, you can conveniently schedule care right from your mobile device with the Back-Up Care app your easy, time-saving solution to managing family care challenges while on the go.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• PTO Exchange benefit

PTO Exchange will provide you with the option to convert a portion of your accrued but unused PTO hours for use toward several different benefits and causes, based on your own priorities.

With PTO Exchange, you can convert a portion of your unused PTO into:

• 403(b) Retirement contributions
• Student loan payments / Tuition for the employee
• Leave Sharing donations to fellow employees.