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Description The per diem Midwife is responsible for the primary care and management of womens health, including obstetric and gynecological care. Both low risk and high-risk pregnancies are managed as outlined within practice guidelines. Develops and supports excellence in the clinical practice and patient care. Maintains the Maternal Child Health Services mission, philosophy, and policies as well as the standards and practices of the Medical Center. Responsibilities 1. The midwife performs functions as an integrated member of the Department of OB/GYN and Nursing. The midwife will: Coordinate prenatal care to the caseload of patients in the ambulatory care setting. 2. Take pertinent history. Perform physical & pelvic examination. Obtain laboratory and diagnostic tests. Provide counseling & teaching as needed. 3. Identify risk factors and develop appropriate plan of management. Manage the care of selected patients admitted to the inpatient unit-based on unit protocols and with the collaboration of the attending physician. 4. Obtain physician consultation for plan of management ...