What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gynecologist Physician Surgical and Rural Health Clinic position at McPherson Hospital, Inc.?
Job Description: Gynecologist
Gynecologist Job Summary: The Gynecologist will provide comprehensive gynecologic care with a primary focus on operative gynecology in the Operating Room (OR) and procedural care within the Rural Health Clinic (RHC). This role is gynecology-only and does not include routine obstetric responsibilities, labor and delivery coverage, or prenatal care unless otherwise specified.
The ideal candidate is a skilled gynecologic surgeon and clinician with expertise in managing complex benign gynecologic conditions through surgical and office-based procedures.
Gynecologist Shift Availability:
Gynecologist Job Summary: The Gynecologist will provide comprehensive gynecologic care with a primary focus on operative gynecology in the Operating Room (OR) and procedural care within the Rural Health Clinic (RHC). This role is gynecology-only and does not include routine obstetric responsibilities, labor and delivery coverage, or prenatal care unless otherwise specified.
The ideal candidate is a skilled gynecologic surgeon and clinician with expertise in managing complex benign gynecologic conditions through surgical and office-based procedures.
Gynecologist Shift Availability:
- Full Time
- Surgical and Rural Health Clinic
- Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Flex Spending Account/Dependent Care Spending Account
- 403 (b) Retirement Plan- up to 4% employer contribution
- Earned Time Off
- Life Insurance- Employer Paid
- Long-Term Disability/ Short-Term Disability-Employer paid
- Voluntary Life & AD&D
- Free 24-hour fitness center
- Hospital Indemnity
- MASA- Medical Transportation Solutions
- Operative (OR) Responsibilities
- Perform gynecologic surgical procedures including, but not limited to:
- Hysterectomy (abdominal, vaginal, laparoscopic, robotic as applicable)
- Laparoscopy for endometriosis, pelvic pain, adnexal pathology
- Treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding
- Myomectomy
- Oophorectomy and salpingectomy
- Management of pelvic masses
- Surgical management of gynecologic emergencies as indicated
- Participate in preoperative evaluation, informed consent, and postoperative care
- Collaborate with anesthesia, nursing, physicians, and surgical teams to ensure safe and efficient surgical outcome.
- Maintain compliance with hospital surgical policies, quality metrics, and documentation standards
- RHC (Rural Health Clinic) Responsibilities
- Provide outpatient gynecologic care and procedures including:
- Evaluation and management of abnormal uterine bleeding
- Contraceptive counseling and procedures (IUDs, implants, sterilization counseling)
- Office-based procedures (endometrial biopsy, colposcopy, hysteroscopy as applicable)
- Management of pelvic pain, endometriosis, fibroids, and ovarian cysts
- Menopause management and hormone therapy
- Perform procedural care in the RHC setting in accordance with clinical guidelines and scope of practice
- Provide patient-centered counseling and education regarding gynecologic conditions and treatment options
- Clinical & Administrative Duties
- Document patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical pathway development
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including primary care, surgical, and subspecialty services
- Supervise and educate residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, or medical students as applicable
- Participate in department meetings and ongoing professional development
- Scope of Practice
- Gynecology-focused practice
- No routine obstetric care, prenatal care, or labor and delivery coverage required
- Limited call responsibilities related to gynecologic emergencies only (if applicable)
- Required
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Obstetrics and Gynecology residency
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Active (or eligible) state medical license
- Surgical proficiency in gynecologic procedures
- DEA license (or eligibility)
- Preferred
- Fellowship training or advanced experience in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery
- Experience working in high-volume surgical and outpatient procedural settings
- Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based gynecologic care
- Work Environment
- Primary practice locations include the Operating Room and Reproductive Health Clinic
- Access to modern surgical facilities and support staff
- Collaborative, team-based clinical environment
- OSHA Category 1: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials.
- Potential exposure to airborne diseases. The same as for any individual working in a hospital environment that is dependent on a ceiling ventilation system for in flow and out flow of air.
- Sitting – 50 % of time
- Walking/Standing – 50 % of time.