OB/GYN Generalist w/ UofL Health

Primary Location: University Hospital - ULP - AMG

Address: 530 South Jackson Street
Louisville, KY 40202


Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Job Description Summary: UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Women’s Health at the University of Louisville School of Medicine is hiring for an OBGYN Generalist to be considered as a full-time academic specialist in general obstetrics and gynecology. Applicants at all levels of experience will be considered.

Successful candidates exemplify uncommon integrity; they are honest, trusted, team-oriented and live the core values of the university. These candidates display exemplary judgment by practicing evidenced-based decision-making. They are strategically focused at contributing to and achieving department goals and vision.

The Department of OB/Gyn and Women’s Health is comprised of 17 full-time physician faculty with representation of board-certified subspecialties of MFM, Gyn-Onc, and FPMRS and members with focused practice in MIGS and Advanced Family Planning.

Our team also includes three CNM and four women’s health NP.

The department has a strong program of 24 residents that actively participate in section activities during their training. Current fellowship programs include FPMRS, minimally invasive gyn surgery, and reproductive endocrinology and infertility.

The Generalist Division provides complex obstetrical care to a diverse population with support from our MFM colleagues. We teach a steady stream of bright learners from Kentucky and beyond. We value teamwork, collegiality, great care for every patient, and keeping a sense of humor through it all!

Responsibilities:

• direct patient care
• teaching and mentoring medical students and residents
• collaborating with other faculty in clinical research
• quality and safety, and academic projects
• 2-3 days per week in resident and private clinics 
• 1 day per week labor and delivery coverage
• 1 day per week gynecologic surgery
• 4 in-house night (14h) or weekend (12 hour) shifts per month
• post-overnight shift off
• Interest/experience in one or more of the following areas is desirable: clinical research; robotics; minimally invasive surgery; family planning; chronic pelvic pain; sexual dysfunction; and lesbian, bisexual, and transgender health.
• Physician provides assessment, management and outcome evaluation for patients’ outpatient settings. Educates patients, families and staff.

Qualifications:

Applicants must possess an MD or DO from an accredited medical school, board certification or eligibility, and qualifications to obtain an unrestricted Kentucky Medical License. Previous faculty experience in an academic setting is preferred. Salary and academic rank are based on qualifications.

Benefits:
The University of Louisville provides a comprehensive package of benefits including:

• medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 403(b) with retirement matching with MPP and 457(b) options

• Available FSA health and dependent care accounts

• Four weeks of paid vacation annually

• CME allotment of 10 days annually with a stipend

• Free tuition to the University of Louisville for dependents 

Essential Functions:

• Assesses the physical status of clients through interview, health history and physical examination and both inpatient and outpatient services.
• Formulates treatment plans for health problems and follow-ups.
• Writes prescriptions for medication, blood tests and routine diagnostic and follow-up studies and therapeutic measures.
• Evaluates the quality of care provided and recommends changes for improvement.
• Shares clinical expertise with personnel.
• Documents and reports care in an accurate and timely manner.

Other Functions:

• Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• Medical Doctorate degree

Experience:

• Epic EMR experience is preferred.
• Strong computer and keyboarding skills

Licensure:

• Physician license for state of Kentucky

Certification:

• ACLS/BLS Certification