Gynecology Physician
Apply NowCompany: University of Georgia
Location: Athens, GA 30606
Description:
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number F2352P
Working Title Gynecology Physician
Department UHC-Gynecology Clinic
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type External
Retirement Plan TRS or ORP
Employment Type Employee
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Underutilization
Advertised Salary $180,000.00
Anticipated Start Date 01/01/2026
Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)
Job Posting Date 04/14/2025
Job Closing Date
Open until filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
We are unable to offer a work visa sponsorship for this position. You must be authorized to work in the U.S. to apply.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area
EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Physician AD
FLSA
Faculty Rank Staff Physician
Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.)
Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications
Doctor of Allopathic or Osteopathic Medicine.
Position Summary
Provision of age appropriate gynecologic care to eligible members of the University Community at the University of Georgia Health Center. The Health Center is a large multi-specialty ambulatory care organization that is accredited by the Joint Commission with primary care medical home designation. All licensed clinicians at the University Health Center are members of our Medical Staff whose role is to ensure that care is evidence based and of the highest quality. The membership serves as exemplars of our student-centered service excellence culture.
Staff Physicians are a critical component of the clinical leadership who provide oversight of care provided by Physician Assistants and Nurse practitioners.
Additional Requirements
UHC Minimum:
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
UHC Preferred:
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Physical Demands
Standing, typing, walking limited distances, moving from sitting to standing frequently, pushing/pulling, lifting, bending, squatting and kneeling as needed.
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
Does this position require a P-Card? No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
Is driving a responsibility of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Patient Direct and Support Services
Percentage Of Time 85 Duties/Responsibilities
Administrative Tasks and Meetings
Percentage Of Time 10 Duties/Responsibilities
Professional Development and Education
Percentage Of Time 5
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you hear about this vacant position in Student Affairs? Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter List of References with Contact Information Optional Documents
Posting Details
Posting Number F2352P
Working Title Gynecology Physician
Department UHC-Gynecology Clinic
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type External
Retirement Plan TRS or ORP
Employment Type Employee
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Underutilization
Advertised Salary $180,000.00
Anticipated Start Date 01/01/2026
Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)
Job Posting Date 04/14/2025
Job Closing Date
Open until filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
We are unable to offer a work visa sponsorship for this position. You must be authorized to work in the U.S. to apply.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area
EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Physician AD
FLSA
Faculty Rank Staff Physician
Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.)
Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications
Doctor of Allopathic or Osteopathic Medicine.
Position Summary
Provision of age appropriate gynecologic care to eligible members of the University Community at the University of Georgia Health Center. The Health Center is a large multi-specialty ambulatory care organization that is accredited by the Joint Commission with primary care medical home designation. All licensed clinicians at the University Health Center are members of our Medical Staff whose role is to ensure that care is evidence based and of the highest quality. The membership serves as exemplars of our student-centered service excellence culture.
Staff Physicians are a critical component of the clinical leadership who provide oversight of care provided by Physician Assistants and Nurse practitioners.
Additional Requirements
UHC Minimum:
- Maintenance of board certification in an appropriate specialty such as American Board of Gynecology, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Emergency Medicine.
- Current BLS Certification or attainment within 180 days of start.
- Current DEA.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
UHC Preferred:
- Expertise in College Health is preferred.
- Greater than three years of active gynecology care practice.
- Familiarity with an electronic medical record, particularly with Point and Click Solutions' OpenSuite EHR.
- Proficiency with Office 365 and other software to include Word, Adobe, Excel, and Outlook.
- Proficiency or familiarity with Joint Commission accreditation.
- Expertise in adolescent gynecology preferred.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
- Clinical knowledge base that is gynecology focused.
- Ability to apply evidence-based principles to clinical practice.
- Minor procedural skills; competency contraception provision, including Nexplanon placement/removal, IUD placement/removal.
- Procedures to include colposcopy with biopsy, cryotherapy, LEEP, EMB, vulvar biopsy; I&D vulvar abscesses, including placement word catheter.
- Comfort with behavioral health.
- Communication skills, empathy, ability to work in a multidisciplinary team, acceptance and cultural competency.
Physical Demands
Standing, typing, walking limited distances, moving from sitting to standing frequently, pushing/pulling, lifting, bending, squatting and kneeling as needed.
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
Does this position require a P-Card? No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
Is driving a responsibility of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Patient Direct and Support Services
- Provide age-appropriate gynecological care, performing annual assessments, procedures (e.g. colposcopy, I&D, LARC insertion/removal).
- Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic tests, develop treatment plans, prescribe medication, coordinate care and referrals.
- Document encounters in a concise timely detailed and informative manner using an electronic medical record.
- Serve in a consultative and clinical supervisory role for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants active in the clinics.
- Co-sign (assess care and decision making, ensure adequate documentation, and offer feedback where appropriate) entries in medical records by NP/PA staff.
Percentage Of Time 85 Duties/Responsibilities
Administrative Tasks and Meetings
- Communicates with and integrates into a team.
- Participates in process improvement.
- Attends and participates in committees and staff meetings.
- Participates in research and educational efforts as warranted. Contributes to the culture of service excellence.
Percentage Of Time 10 Duties/Responsibilities
Professional Development and Education
- Obtains appropriate continuing education credits as a requirement in maintaining license and national certifications.
Percentage Of Time 5
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Current UGA Employee
- Handshake
- HigherEd Jobs
- Indeed.com
- Inside Higher Ed
- Insight Into Diversity
- Professional Organization
- UGAJobs (UGA's Job Board)
- Other (please provide)