OBGYN Physician

Not All Who Wander are Lost…
The Community – Gallup, NM
Gallup is in northwest New Mexico, near the Four Corners region. Gallup is situated midway between Albuquerque, NM, and Flagstaff, AZ on Interstate 40 and is bisected by historic U.S. Highway 66. Gallup is THE destination for outdoor adventures, culture seekers, and art lovers. This is as real and authentic as it gets- Native American Culture, steeped in tradition, and a town surrounded by some of the best outdoor recreation destinations and trails in the Southwest.

Learn more about Gallup here.

Airport Information: Four Corners Regional Airport (FMN / KFMN)
The airport is 113 miles from the center of Gallup, NM. This airport supports over 40 non-stop flights across the country through 20 different airlines. For more information here.

About the Facility – Gallup Indian Medical Center
The Gallup Indian Medical Center is a 99-bed hospital in Gallup New Mexico, on the border of the Navajo Reservation. Clinical specialties at the GIMC include internal medicine, cardiology, anesthesia, OB Slash GYN, general surgery, orthopedics, ophthalmology, ENT, radiology, pathology, pediatrics, psychiatry, emergency medicine, and urology. The workload at Gallup is one of the largest in the Indian Health Service with 250,000 outpatient encounters and 5800 inpatient admissions annually. GIMC is the largest staff of all Navajo area Client facilities.

Facility Address: 516 E Nizhoni Blvd, Gallup, NM 87301

OBGYN Physician - RESPONSIBILITIES (listed are included but not limited to)

• The OBGYN Physician interviews and examines patients, reviews past medical history, requests and/or performs diagnostic tests and examinations deemed necessary to obtain all possible information related to each case. Provide definitive management and full spectrum OB/GYN outpatient practice within the limitations of the clinic.
• The OBGYN Physician conducts outpatient clinics making observations appropriate to the outpatient's underlying disease and treatment plan, including current symptoms. Reviews the patient's medications, diet, therapy course, adherence to management plan and patient observations.
• Assures preparation of appropriate medical records for all patients seen to assure the accumulation and organization of all pertinent clinical data needed to provide comprehensive medical care.
• The OBGYN Physician works closely with allied health professionals to utilize and coordinate the services of other health care professionals in the management of the patient's medical, psychological, and social problems.
• Evaluates and treats approximately 12-20 patients during an 8-hour workday.
• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures normally performed by OB/GYN such as, but not limited to:
  • Performing minor surgery including but not limited to laceration repair and excision of skin lesions.
  • Supervise other health care providers including physicians, physician's assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, pharmacists, and medical clerks.
  • Perform OB/GYN exams, long term contraceptive management and triages, treatment and ambulatory patients and refer emergency patients as appropriate.

OBGYN Physician - REQUIREMENTS

• Experience: Must have a minimum of two years' experience as an OB/GYN.
• Certification: Must be board certified in OBGYN.
• Education: Minimum education is a doctorate degree in Osteopathy or Allopathic medicine.
• Licensure: The physician must have an active, unrestricted, and free of disciplinary action license as a physician in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a Territory of the United States.