OB Hospitalist Director (OB/GYN Hospital Medicine Director)
Location: Tucson, Arizona
Job Type: Contingent
Company: Optigy Group
Salary: $150
Category: Clinical Leadership
Job Description Apply Now
The OB Hospitalist Director (also referred to as OB/GYN Hospital Medicine Director or OB Hospitalist Site Director) plays a pivotal leadership role within an OB hospitalist clinical team, driving quality, safety, and operational excellence within obstetric hospitalist programs. This position is focused on overseeing site-specific operations, building collaborative relationships, and ensuring the highest standards of patient care in a value-based healthcare environment. The OB Hospitalist Director acts as a bridge between clinical staff, hospital administration, and corporate leadership, actively shaping the delivery of obstetric care and fostering a culture of teamwork, education, and continuous improvement. This position requires a commitment to maintaining excellent communication, effective program operations, and supporting the professional development of clinicians. The OB Hospitalist Director opportunity is a rewarding leadership position for those interested in advancing their career in OB hospital medicine and contributing to the mission of delivering quality, patient-centered care within a supportive and innovative team.
OB Hospitalist Director (OB/GYN Hospital Medicine Director) - SummaryAs an OB Hospitalist Director, you will oversee program operations for an established OB hospitalist clinical team. You will be responsible for ensuring quality care is consistently delivered, managing relationships with hospital staff and administrative leadership, and collaborating closely with regional and corporate directors. The role involves hands-on program oversight, leadership of clinical teams, ongoing clinician training, and helping shape the direction of obstetric hospitalist services. This position is designed for physicians who are passionate about both patient care and organizational leadership within OB hospital medicine.
Duties & Responsibilities- Oversee daily operations of the OB hospitalist program to ensure delivery of high-quality obstetric care.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with hospital medical staff, nursing teams, and administrative leadership.
- Act as the key liaison between the OB/GYN hospitalist team, including physicians and certified nurse midwives, and hospital administrators.
- Report directly to the Market Medical Director, Medical Director of Operations, or Vice President of Clinical Operations.
- Collaborate with regional and corporate leadership to align clinical and operational objectives with hospital goals.
- Travel to the hospital as needed to address urgent operational or clinical priorities.
- Mentor, train, and support the onboarding of new clinicians, instilling value-based care principles and clinical best practices.
- Communicate and enforce clinical policies, procedures, and expectations to maintain a high standard of care.
- Manage minor physician and clinician issues, escalating to appropriate leadership as necessary.
- Work with leadership teams to identify and implement strategies to increase labor and delivery service utilization.
- Regularly provide leadership coverage, including a minimum of five 24-hour (or equivalent) OB hospitalist shifts per 28-day period.
- Comprehensive health, life, vision, and dental insurance coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with profit-sharing contribution and Roth option for long-term financial planning.
- Malpractice insurance fully covered, including unlimited tail coverage for lifetime protection.
- Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) stipend of $2,000 for professional development, ACOG/ACOOG membership dues, ABOG/AOBOG certification maintenance, journal subscriptions, and state licensure fees.
- CME and benefit eligibility provided with a commitment of at least five hospitalist shifts in each 28-day block.
- Board Certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) required.
- Active medical license in the state of the assigned hospital site.
- Demonstrated ability to build strong rapport and positive working relationships with hospital leadership, clinical teams, nursing staff, and corporate stakeholders.
- Significant experience in obstetrical emergency care preferred.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills essential for program oversight and team management.
- An experienced OB/GYN hospitalist or physician leader with proven skills in clinical operations and team management.
- Highly relational and adept at fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams.
- Comfortable balancing clinical responsibilities with program leadership and administrative duties.
- Committed to maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and clinical excellence.
- Driven to educate, mentor, and support professional development among clinicians.
- Passionate about contributing to a value-based culture and advancing obstetric care within hospital settings.
- The OB Hospitalist Director role provides significant opportunities for career growth in OB hospital medicine leadership.
- Clinicians in this role have access to robust support and resources for continued education and professional development.
- The position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on patient care quality and the overall success of the OB hospitalist program.
- Those interested in the OB Hospitalist Director (OB/GYN Hospital Medicine Director) role are encouraged to apply and become part of a dedicated team focused on excellence in women's health.
- Apply now by clicking the job application button and take the next step in your OB/GYN hospital medicine leadership career.
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