OBGYN

Position Summary

The Obstetrician & Gynecologist (OB/GYN) at Essex County Correctional Facility, Newark NJ, 12 hours a week provides comprehensive medical care for female inmate-patients, including pregnancy management, childbirth, and diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of female reproductive health disorders. The OB/GYN ensures the delivery of high-quality care while supervising clinical staff and coordinating on-site and off-site healthcare services within correctional facilities.

Clinical Care

• Conduct thorough examinations of referred patients and provide individualized care.
• Manage prenatal, natal, and postnatal care, including emergency deliveries (natural or Cesarean).
• Diagnose, treat, and prevent reproductive system disorders and other female health conditions.
• Advise patients on diet, activity, hygiene, preventive care, and disease management.
• Utilize available on-site resources for patient care and make off-site referrals as appropriate.
• Provide emergency care and respond to urgent situations in a timely and professional manner.
• Document all patient encounters in a concise, accurate, legible, and timely manner using SOAP format.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to all facility and HIPAA regulations.

Leadership & Supervision

• Serve as primary care physician for female inmates, coordinating on-site and off-site care needs.
• Supervise professional and paraprofessional clinical staff to ensure proper care delivery.
• Chair the Medical Audit Committee and participate in development of clinical protocols, policies, and disaster plans.
• Oversee the on-site quality assurance program, including infection control, medical audits, and review of inmate complaints.
• Monitor referrals to outside healthcare facilities for appropriateness, quality, and continuity of care.
• Monitor non-formulary medication utilization at the assigned facility.
• Serve as a clinical discussion leader and educator for staff training programs.

Administrative & Compliance

• Participate in screening, interviewing, and credentialing of healthcare providers.
• Ensure all physician documentation is complete, problem-oriented, signed, and compliant with regulatory standards.
• Notify administration of coverage changes and assist in arranging alternate coverage when unavailable.
• Represent the healthcare program in discussions with facility officials, civic groups, and visiting professionals.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure smooth operation of the healthcare program.