Ohio OB Laborist

• Southwester Ohio hospital is seeking a full-time, dedicated staff member to serve as an OB Laborist
• 24 hours of on-site care and management.
• The OB Laborist will be on a 7 on 7 off schedule.
• The role of the Laborist reflects the commitment of our organization to provide safe and high-quality care for our patients. The Laborist will manage all inpatients and triage patients, including documentation by writing progress notes at appropriate time intervals. The Laborist will promote patient satisfaction, support a culture of safety and meet behavioral expectations to create an environment conducive to mutual respect and learning between the providers and staff. The Laborist must recognize the significance of being the face of the obstetrical unit for patients.
• The Laborist is a critical part of our group of practices and oversees perinatal safety at the birth center. The Laborist will support all established obstetrical practices within Premier Physician Network (PPN) with the care of their inpatients. They may work in conjunction with the maternal fetal medicine service to evaluate and manage hospital transfers, assist with obstetric triage and provide back-up help as needed for midwifery practice as part of the PPN practices. The OB Laborist will be required to complete a rotational preceptorship on Labor and Delivery at the Hospital where they will demonstrate proficiency in the core competencies.
• OB Laborist Responsibilities: Will be acting attending on call during the designated timeframe. Will manage the patient completely including the OB admission, delivery- without the primary physician present and inpatients etc. Responds to all emergencies as appropriate, including, but not limited to, performing cesarean sections or other necessary procedures on another provider's behalf, including when the PPN atten