OB Hospitalist Director (OB/GYN)
Location: Oxford, Mississippi
Job Type: Contingent
Company: Optigy Group
Salary: $150
Category: Clinical Leadership
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OB Hospitalist Director (OB/GYN)
The OB Hospitalist Director (OB/GYN) is a vital leadership role within the hospital’s obstetrics department, responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the OB hospitalist program and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, value-based care. This position plays a pivotal part in managing program operations, fostering collaborative relationships across clinical and administrative teams, and driving strategic objectives to improve maternal and fetal health outcomes through evidence-based practices. The OB Hospitalist Director (OB/GYN) serves as a liaison between hospitalist staff, medical leadership, and hospital administration, translating organizational goals into actionable initiatives that enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
This full-time opportunity offers a dynamic environment for board-certified OB/GYN physicians seeking to develop their leadership skills while maintaining clinical responsibilities. The OB Hospitalist Director (OB/GYN) will report directly to senior medical leadership, such as the Market Medical Director, Medical Director of Operations, or Vice President of Clinical Operations, ensuring alignment with both hospital and organizational objectives. The role is ideal for professionals who thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary settings and are passionate about advancing women’s health services.
Those considering the OB Hospitalist Director (OB/GYN) role can expect to coordinate program operations, oversee clinical teams, mentor new clinicians, and establish clear communication channels to uphold best practices. The position involves hands-on clinical duties as well as administrative oversight, with at least five 24-hour (or equivalent) OB hospitalist shifts required per 28-day cycle. The role is designed for physicians who value both bedside care and impactful leadership, offering comprehensive benefits and avenues for ongoing professional development.
The OB Hospitalist Director (OB/GYN) position is an excellent opportunity for experienced OB/GYNs to transition into a leadership capacity while remaining actively engaged in clinical practice. The role supports the organization’s mission to provide exceptional, patient-centered obstetric care and encourages ongoing growth through support for continuing medical education and certification maintenance. If you are a board-certified OB/GYN physician with a passion for clinical excellence and team leadership, we invite you to apply by clicking the job application button below and join a dedicated team committed to advancing maternal health outcomes.
OB Hospitalist Director (OB/GYN) - Summary- Leadership position overseeing OB hospitalist program operations and clinical teams
- Reports to senior medical leadership (Market Medical Director, Medical Director of Operations, or VP of Clinical Operations)
- Acts as liaison between hospitalist staff, hospital administration, and organizational leadership
- Combines clinical shifts with administrative and operational duties
- Ensure effective program operations to maintain the highest standards of obstetric care
- Establish and nurture relationships with hospital medical staff, nursing staff, and administrative leaders
- Maintain ongoing collaboration and communication with the OB/GYN hospitalist team, including physicians and Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs)
- Participate in regular meetings with senior medical leadership to align on clinical and operational goals
- Travel to hospital sites as needed to address operational or clinical priorities
- Train, mentor, and support new clinicians, embedding a value-based care culture
- Communicate and enforce clinical policies, procedures, and expectations across the OB hospitalist team
- Manage minor physician issues and escalate more complex concerns as appropriate
- Collaborate with hospital leadership and operations teams to increase utilization of labor and delivery services
- Fulfill a minimum of five 24-hour (or equivalent) OB hospitalist shifts per 28-day cycle
- Comprehensive health, life, vision, and dental insurance coverage
- 401(k) plan with profit-sharing contributions and Roth option
- Malpractice insurance coverage with unlimited tail (lifetime) coverage
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) stipend of $2,000 annually
- Coverage for professional memberships (ACOG/ACOOG), certification maintenance (ABOG/AOBOG), subscriptions, and state licensure fees
- Eligibility for benefits is based on shift commitment (minimum 5 shifts per 28-day period)
- Board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)
- Current medical license in the state of practice
- Demonstrated ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with stakeholders, including hospital leadership, clinical teams, and administrative staff
- Significant experience in obstetrical emergency care (preferred)
- Board-certified OB/GYN physician with proven clinical and leadership experience
- Highly relational and skilled in building rapport within multidisciplinary teams
- Effective communicator, capable of enforcing policies and fostering team cohesion
- Flexible and willing to travel to hospital sites as operational needs arise
- Passionate about delivering value-based, patient-centered care in obstetrics
- The OB Hospitalist Director (OB/GYN) role offers a unique blend of clinical practice and administrative leadership, with opportunities for ongoing professional growth
- Supportive work environment with resources for continuing education and certification
- Strong sense of community and collaboration within the organization’s OB/GYN teams
- Applicants are encouraged to apply by clicking the job application button to join a mission-driven team dedicated to improving maternal and infant health outcomes
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.