OB/GYN Physician – Full-Scope Obstetrics & Gynecology | Ft. Myers, FL
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Job Description:
Client is seeking a compassionate and highly skilled OB/GYN Physician to provide comprehensive women’s health services to adult patients age 18 and older.
The physician will provide full-scope obstetric and gynecologic care, including prenatal care, hospital deliveries, cesarean sections, gynecologic surgery, preventive care, diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions, and patient education.
This role offers an opportunity to provide meaningful care to a diverse patient population while collaborating with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, hospital staff, and other members of the healthcare team.
Work Environment & Collaboration:
The physician will work closely with:
Patients and families
OB/GYN physicians and other providers
Advanced practice providers
Nurses and clinical staff
Medical students
Client leadership and staff
Lee Health hospital personnel
Other healthcare professionals involved in patient care
The role includes both office-based and hospital-based responsibilities, with participation in scheduled coverage, staff meetings, and occasional evening or weekend clinics as required.
Job Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care to adult patients.
Conduct examinations, evaluations, and consultations.
Provide prenatal and routine gynecologic care.
Manage pregnancies and perform hospital deliveries.
Perform cesarean sections and other appropriate obstetric procedures.
Perform gynecologic surgical procedures as clinically appropriate.
Diagnose and treat diseases, disorders, and abnormal physical conditions.
Order, review, and interpret diagnostic tests and laboratory results.
Prescribe and administer medications and treatments.
Provide preventive-care counseling, including disease prevention and immunization recommendations.
Educate patients regarding treatment options, health conditions, and preventive care.
Supervise mid-level providers, nurses, medical students, and other clinical personnel as assigned.
Participate in scheduled office and hospital coverage.
Participate in required staff meetings and evening/weekend clinic coverage as needed.
Meet or exceed applicable specialty productivity expectations.
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely patient medical records in accordance with accepted medical standards.
Maintain all required medical licenses, certifications, credentials, and hospital privileges.
Collaborate with Client and Lee Health personnel to ensure coordinated patient care.
Participate in the care of FHC patients at Lee Health hospitals and other facilities where FHC maintains privileges.
Surgical & Procedural Experience:
The ideal physician will possess the clinical knowledge and surgical skills necessary to perform a broad range of OB/GYN procedures, including:
Vaginal deliveries
Cesarean sections
Hysterectomies
LEEP procedures
Colposcopies
Other appropriate obstetric and gynecologic surgical procedures
Qualifications
Education & Training:
Graduate of an accredited medical school.
Completion of an accredited OB/GYN residency program.
Successful completion of required residency training.
Licensure & Certification:
Active Florida medical license through the Florida Board of Medicine.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics & Gynecology.
Appropriate hospital privileges required.
Ability to obtain and maintain privileges at Lee Health System hospitals and/or other hospitals where FHC maintains privileges.
Preferred Qualifications:
English/Spanish bilingual skills preferred.
Multicultural experience or background preferred.
Experience working with diverse patient populations.
Experience providing comprehensive outpatient and hospital-based OB/GYN services.
Working Hours
Skills
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Strong clinical judgment and patient-care skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
Comprehensive knowledge of OB/GYN medicine and terminology.
Ability to independently evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients.
Strong surgical and procedural skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Commitment to providing compassionate, culturally responsive care.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and hospital staff.