What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Practice Physician position at Morris County Hospital?
Family Physician and or a Family Practice Physician w/ OB for a group practice located next to a 21-bed critical access hospital. Modern, lifestyle-oriented practice allowing OB, procedures, and minor surgery (dependent on training). Fulltime FP and or FP/OB Physician to practice in both Clinic, ER, and Hospital based service lines (adult, pediatric, and obstetric). Hospital-employed position. Assist with building business with consistent coverage and delivery of high-quality care.
This position will be part of a recently acquired independent practice, and now consists of three mid-levels and four physicians, all employed. The seven cover four Rural Health Clinics and a Critical Access Hospital. The hospital has been very well equipped through the years and recently opened a state-of-the-art Emergency Department and new OB suites.
All physicians, including FP/OBs, must first acquire a license to practice from the KSBHA. Requirements for licensure typically include:
- Graduating from an accredited U.S. or Canadian medical school (M.D.) or osteopathic school (D.O.). International graduates must also have a valid ECFMG Certificate.
- Completing an accredited postgraduate training program (internship, residency, or fellowship).
- Passing the required national examinations, such as the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) or Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX).
- Passing a criminal background check.