OB Hospitalist Director (OB/GYN)
Location: Jacksonville, Florida
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) serves as a key leader within the OB hospitalist clinical team, dedicated to advancing a value-based care model for obstetrical services. This position is responsible for overseeing program operations, maintaining quality of care, and fostering collaborative relationships with hospital medical staff, nursing staff, administrative leaders, and the OB hospitalist team, including physicians and certified nurse midwives (CNMs). Reporting to the Market Medical Director, Medical Director of Operations, or Vice President of Clinical Operations, the OB Hospitalist Director (OB/GYN) plays a crucial role in ensuring clinical excellence and operational efficiency across the OB hospitalist program.
The OB Hospitalist Director (OB/GYN) actively participates in hospital activities, making site visits as needed to address operational priorities and to support the clinical team. This leadership position also includes training and onboarding new clinicians, promoting a culture of high-quality, patient-centered care, and enforcing clinical policies and procedures. The Director collaborates closely with hospital leadership and OB hospitalist program management to ensure the team delivers optimal clinical outcomes and meets both organizational and hospital goals. As a prominent figure in the OB hospitalist community, this role is ideal for board-certified OB/GYN physicians with strong leadership skills, a commitment to relationship building, and a passion for advancing women's health in a hospital setting.
This full-time opportunity offers a comprehensive benefits package, ongoing professional development, and the chance to make a significant impact in obstetrical care. Enjoy a rewarding career while working in a dynamic hospital environment. If you are a dedicated OB/GYN physician with proven leadership abilities, we invite you to apply by clicking the job application button below.
OB Hospitalist Director (OB/GYN) - Summary- Lead the OB hospitalist clinical team to deliver high-quality, value-based obstetrical care.
- Oversee day-to-day program operations and ensure compliance with clinical protocols.
- Serve as the primary liaison between hospital medical staff, nursing staff, administrative leaders, and the OB hospitalist team.
- Report to regional or executive clinical leadership, supporting the achievement of both hospital and organizational objectives.
- Travel to hospital sites as needed to address operational priorities and provide on-site leadership.
- Manage program operations to ensure the highest standard of care is delivered to patients in the OB hospitalist program.
- Build and nurture positive, collaborative relationships with hospital medical and nursing staff, as well as administrative leadership.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with the physician and CNM OB hospitalist team members.
- Collaborate with Market Medical Director, Medical Director of Operations, or Vice President of Clinical Operations to align clinical and operational objectives.
- Address hospital and hospitalist operational priorities by traveling to hospital sites as required.
- Train and mentor new clinicians, fostering a value-based culture focused on patient outcomes.
- Communicate and enforce clinical policies, procedures, and expectations among all team members.
- Manage minor physician issues and escalate more complex matters to higher-level leadership as appropriate.
- Identify opportunities to increase hospital labor and delivery utilization in collaboration with hospital leadership and program management.
- Consistently work at least five 24-hour (or equivalent) OB hospitalist shifts during each 28-day period.
- Comprehensive health, life, vision, and dental insurance options.
- 401(k) retirement plan with profit sharing and Roth options.
- Malpractice insurance with unlimited tail coverage (lifetime protection).
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) annual stipend ($2,000) for professional development.
- Support for ACOG/ACOOG membership dues, ABOG/AOBOG certification maintenance, subscriptions, and state license fees.
- Eligibility for benefits and coverage with a commitment to five shifts per 28-day block.
- Board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN).
- Valid and unrestricted medical license to practice medicine in the relevant state.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with hospital leadership, hospitalist teams, nurses, staff physicians, and corporate staff.
- Significant experience in obstetrical emergency care is preferred.
- Experienced, board-certified OB/GYN physician with a proven record of clinical and leadership success.
- Demonstrates strong relationship-building, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
- Passionate about advancing value-based obstetrical care and improving patient outcomes.
- Flexible and willing to travel to hospital sites as needed to meet program needs.
- Committed to ongoing professional development and engagement in the OB hospitalist community.
- This position is full-time and requires a regular commitment to hospital-based shifts.
- Opportunity to work in a supportive, multidisciplinary team environment focused on excellence in women's health.
- Leadership role offers the chance to influence program direction and continuous quality improvement.
- Applicants are encouraged to apply by clicking the job application button for immediate consideration.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at all levels of our organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.