MFM OBGYN NP/PA

Dignity Health Medical Group (DHMG) is seeking a patient-centric, collaborative MFM OBGYN Advanced Practitioner to join our growing MFM team in the Department of Women’s Health in Phoenix, Arizona.

Details:

• Group of 9 Physicians.
• This position is being created to support continued growth of the Maternal-Fetal Medicine service line at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, improve patient access to high-risk obstetric care, and enhance physician efficiency. The APP will play a key role in expanding access for consultations and follow-up care, supporting specialty programs such as diabetes and hypertension in pregnancy, and strengthening care coordination.
• This position supports a growing Maternal-Fetal Medicine practice at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center. The APP will work closely with MFM physicians, sonographers, nursing staff, and a diabetes educator to deliver high-quality, coordinated care for high-risk obstetric patients.
• Case mix/patient population: High-risk obstetric patients including maternal medical conditions, diabetes in pregnancy, hypertensive disorders, fetal growth concerns, abnormal antenatal testing, and complex pregnancies requiring ongoing surveillance and multidisciplinary care.
• The APP will provide outpatient clinical care, patient counseling, and care coordination under physician supervision. Responsibilities will include management of protocol-driven conditions such as diabetes and hypertension in pregnancy, review of remote monitoring data, and support of consultation workflows. Scope will expand based on experience and demonstrated competency.
• Projected Volumes: Strong and growing patient volumes with immediate opportunity to support access and expand follow-up care services.
• Primarily outpatient. Inpatient: Limited involvement based on experience and service needs
• Typical work week: Primarily outpatient-based role located at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center. The schedule will include a combination of independent follow-up visits, physician-supported clinic sessions, and programmatic responsibilities. A typical structure will include 4-5 clinic days per week, with additional time dedicated to care coordination and program development. Limited inpatient support may be incorporated as the role evolves.
• Prodecures: No invasive procedural requirements. Focus on clinical management, patient education, and coordination of care.
• Additional practice details: This role is integral to expanding access to Maternal-Fetal Medicine services at St. Joseph’s. The APP will contribute to specialty programs such as diabetes and hypertension in pregnancy, support referral triage and care coordination, and participate in telehealth and remote monitoring initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to be part of a growing, mission-driven program focused on improving outcomes for high-risk obstetric patients.

Prior experience in obstetrics, women’s health, or high-acuity clinical settings preferred; new graduates with strong relevant training may be considered.

PA Requirements:

• Degree as a Physician Assistant (PA-C)
• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Must hold and maintain: a.) AZ Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants License, b.) NCCPA - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant.
• Valid DEA registration.
• Must meet credentialing criteria.

NP Requirements:

• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)
• Graduate of accredited program for Nurse Practitioners
• Compact state or Arizona RN license
• Arizona Advanced Practice Nurse license
• Must hold and maintain National Certificate as a nurse practitioner in area of specialty under AZ regulations: a.) NP-AACN, b.) NP-AANP, c.) NP-ANCC
• Valid DEA registration
• Must meet credentialing criteria.

Dignity Health Medical Group is the employed provider group of Dignity Health Arizona. Dignity Health Medical Group (DHMG) employs approximately 350 providers and 850 support staff who cover a wide variety of specialties. The medical group has had tremendous success over the past few years and now provides more than 73 sub-specialty services. The physicians and APPs provide clinical services in their areas of specialty and many serve in pivotal academic research and leadership roles. DHMG is also heavily involved in preparing tomorrow's healthcare providers. Clinical services are complemented with translational and bench research to augment medical education for residents and students. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.