OB GYN General Physician

We are recruiting for a mission-driven OB GYN General Physician to join our team!

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Department: OB/GYN Physicians

Job Summary

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Denver Health Medical Center, and the University of Colorado School of Medicine (CUSOM) are recruiting for a full time physician in general Obstetrics and Gynecology to join our team at Denver Health Medical Center.

The successful physician will provide direct patient care and attending supervision of residents and medical students on the inpatient and outpatient obstetrics and gynecology services, including night and weekend in house call.

The successful candidate must be eligible or ABOG certified and will also have an academic appointment at the Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor level at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.

Candidate must have an active or be eligible to obtain Colorado medical license and be eligible for privileges at Denver Health Medical Center.

Denver Health delivers inclusive care to a diverse patient population of over 210,000 patients. Patients served by the OB-GYN Department speak over 23 different languages, most commonly Spanish.

The Department of OB-GYN delivers an integrated service model. Denver Health provides ~50,000 prenatal visits per year done at 11 clinic sites.

The prenatal visits are performed by OB-GYN physicians, Certified Nurse-Midwives, reproductive health Nurse Practitioners, Family Medicine Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers, who work collaboratively to deliver the right care for each patient.

Denver Health has a high-risk obstetrical service that accepts referrals from clinics outside our Denver Health network. There are approximately 3400 deliveries per year, which is ~1/3 of the deliveries of Denver residents.

The Gynecology Service provides 18,000 visits per year and ~1,100 surgeries per year. Denver Health offers comprehensive reproductive healthcare services involving robotic surgery, multidisciplinary teams, which include gynecologic oncology and gender affirmation services in our LGBTQ+ Center of Excellence.

Denver Health is formally affiliated with the University of Colorado, School of Medicine where all faculty have full-time academic appointments. Denver Health is an essential teaching site for the School of Medicine. OB-GYN residents do approximately 1/3 of their clinical work at Denver Health.

The Department serves additional learners – family medicine residents, emergency medicine residents, medical students, nurse-midwife students, psychology interns, and nurse practitioner students.

Benefits of Practicing at Denver Health Include

• Academic affiliations with the University of Colorado
• Resident and medical student teaching opportunities

Competitive Salary/benefits

Conveniently located in Denver with access to a thriving cultural scene, diverse neighborhoods, natural beauty and 300+ days of sunshine per year

Denver Health is a comprehensive, integrated healthcare organization and is a model for other safety net institutions across the nation.

• Physicians interested in this position should apply online or submit CV and cover letter to:
• Aaron Ortiz, Manager, Provider Recruitment
• Aaron.Ortiz@dhha.org
• (303) 602-4992

Job Duties

Provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth. Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general care to women. May perform both medical and gynecological surgery functions.

Essential Functions

Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical histories, reports, or examination results. (25%)

• Treat diseases of female organs. (25%)
• Care for and treat women during prenatal, natal, and postnatal periods. (25%)
• Prescribe or administer therapy, medication, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
• (10%)
• Perform cesarean sections or other surgical procedures as needed to preserve patients' health and deliver babies safely.
• (10%)
• Participate in or support education and research (5%)

Education

Doctorate Degree Graduate of an accredited medical school Required

Licenses

MD-Physician - State Medical Board Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures and techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.
• Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care.
• Able to receive detailed information through oral communications; express or exchange ideas by verbal communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communications, listening, and social skills.
• Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels and value systems.
• Performs in a tactful and professional manner.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Computer skills required.

Shift: Work Type

Regular

Salary

$273,500.00 - $345,400.00 / yr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community.

Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs.

We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions.

When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

• Here is a small list of our benefit programs:
• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

Tuition Reimbursement & Assistance

• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.