OB Hospitalist Physician (OB/GYN Hospitalist)
Location: Santa Maria, California
Job Type: Contingent
Company: Optigy Group
Salary: $150
Category: Physician
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OB Hospitalist Physician (OB/GYN Hospitalist) positions offer an exceptional opportunity for skilled obstetricians and gynecologists seeking to deliver quality patient care in a dynamic clinical environment. As a vital member of the OB Hospitalist team, you will play a central role in ensuring the best possible outcomes for mothers and newborns by providing comprehensive obstetrical and gynecological services. This full-time position requires a dedicated approach to patient care, including direct management of high-risk cases, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and a commitment to safety and clinical excellence. Working as an OB Hospitalist Physician allows you to focus exclusively on inpatient care, supporting both patients and community providers, while maintaining a strong emphasis on safety and communication throughout the Labor and Delivery unit.
As an OB Hospitalist Physician, your responsibilities will include providing a wide range of obstetrical and gynecological services, from routine deliveries to complex emergencies. The position requires active participation in daily board rounds on Labor and Delivery, serving in a critical safety role, and fostering positive relationships with nursing staff, hospital leaders, and community clinicians. OB Hospitalist Physicians are often called upon to offer clinical support for community physicians and midwives, ensuring seamless coverage and consistent, high-quality care for all patients. The role also involves working flexible shift schedules, primarily composed of 24-hour shifts, with some opportunity for 12-hour or mixed-shift models. Full-time clinicians typically complete a set number of shifts within a 28-day block, allowing for continuity and comprehensive patient management.
The compensation and benefits package for the OB Hospitalist Physician (OB/GYN Hospitalist) role is highly competitive, featuring comprehensive health, life, vision, and dental insurance, as well as a 401k plan with profit-sharing and Roth options. Malpractice insurance is fully covered with unlimited tail coverage, ensuring peace of mind throughout your career. Professional development is emphasized, with an annual stipend for continuing medical education (CME), support for professional memberships, certification maintenance, and reimbursement for necessary subscriptions and licensing fees. Shift commitments are designed to be flexible, with eligibility for full benefits beginning at a defined shift minimum per 28-day block. This creates an environment where physicians can focus on providing outstanding care without administrative or liability concerns.
To qualify for the OB Hospitalist Physician (OB/GYN Hospitalist) role, candidates must be Board Certified or actively pursuing certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology. A valid medical license for the state of the assigned site is required. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a highly relational approach, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with hospital leadership, colleagues, nursing staff, and support personnel. Experience with obstetrical emergency care is preferred, as is a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient safety. Candidates should be dedicated to continuous learning and professional growth, contributing positively to the collaborative team environment and upholding the values of quality, safety, and respect for all patients.
Working as an OB Hospitalist Physician (OB/GYN Hospitalist) provides a unique opportunity to practice inpatient obstetrics and gynecology in a supportive, team-based setting. The position offers exposure to a diverse patient population and a variety of clinical scenarios, making it ideal for clinicians who thrive in fast-paced environments and value the chance to make a meaningful impact every day. The location offers a vibrant professional community with access to excellent resources, making it an attractive destination for medical professionals. If you are seeking a rewarding career with opportunities for professional development and the ability to provide high-quality, patient-centered care, we encourage you to apply for the OB Hospitalist Physician (OB/GYN Hospitalist) position by clicking the job application button below.
OB Hospitalist Physician (OB/GYN Hospitalist) - Summary- Provide inpatient obstetrical and gynecological care as part of a collaborative clinical team
- Focus on patient safety, high-risk case management, and support for community providers
- Work flexible 24-hour and 12-hour shifts within a structured block schedule
- Deliver quality obstetrical and gynecological care, including contraceptive services (where available)
- Manage direct patient care for high-risk obstetrical cases
- Participate in daily Labor and Delivery board rounds
- Serve as Safety Officer for Labor and Delivery to ensure optimal outcomes
- Provide clinical support and practice coverage for community physicians and midwives as needed
- Comprehensive health, life, vision, and dental insurance
- 401k plan with profit-sharing and Roth options
- Full malpractice coverage with unlimited tail coverage
- Annual CME stipend for education, professional memberships, certification maintenance, subscriptions, and licensing fees
- Benefits eligibility with a minimum shift commitment per 28-day block
- Board Certified or Active Candidate in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Valid state medical license
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive working relationships
- Experience in obstetrical emergency care preferred
- Highly relational and team-oriented
- Committed to patient safety and quality outcomes
- Flexible and able to adapt to a variety of clinical scenarios and shift models
- Dedicated to continuous professional development and education
- Opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive clinical team
- Access to comprehensive resources and ongoing education
- Positive mention: This position is located in an area known for its vibrant professional community and supportive work environment
- EEO Statement: The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status
If you are ready to advance your career as an OB Hospitalist Physician (OB/GYN Hospitalist), please apply today by clicking the job application button. Join a team dedicated to excellence in patient care and professional development.