OB/GYN Physician – Outpatient & Hospital-Based Care | Full-Time

The Staff Pad is proud to partner with a reputable healthcare organization in Santa Maria, CA, to recruit an experienced, patient-centered Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Physician

Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, the OB/GYN Physician will independently provide comprehensive obstetric and gynecological care while supporting the organization’s commitment to high-quality, patient-centered services through professionalism, reliability, and collaboration with the healthcare team

Schedule:

• Clinic hours: Monday–Friday | Surgery days may vary | One weekend per month for call
  

Hospital call:

• Approximately 5 calls per month, including one weekend | 7:30 AM–7:30 AM (24 hours)
  
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) required
  

Why This Opportunity?

• Balanced Call Schedule: Just five 24-hour calls per month, including one weekend, with protected post-call days and no clinic responsibilities on call days
  
• Excellent Hospital Support: Practice at a respected hospital with a Level III NICU, hospitalists, OB residents, and a dedicated provider sleep room
  
• Collaborative Care Team: Work alongside OB/GYN physicians, WHNPs, and CNMs in a full-scope practice
  
• Comprehensive Clinical Resources: Benefit from dedicated RNs, ultrasonographers, two MAs per provider, and a surgery scheduler
  
• Specialized Patient Support: Collaborate with registered dietitians, certified diabetes educators, a Women’s Health LCSW, and a dedicated Health Educator to support comprehensive patient care
  
• Focus on Quality Care: Enjoy a team-oriented environment with shared hospital call coverage and resources that support both providers and patients
  

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain, evaluate, and accurately document patient medical histories and examination findings
  
• Perform physical examinations and assessments relevant to obstetric and gynecologic care
  
• Diagnose and treat medical conditions within the scope of obstetrics and gynecology
  
• Provide preventive care, diagnostic services, and appropriate treatment for illnesses and emergencies
  
• Maintain the highest standards of medical ethics and quality patient care
  
• Share on-call responsibilities with other medical staff as required
  
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, laboratory analyses, and imaging to assess patient conditions
  
• Prescribe medications, administer treatments, and provide appropriate immunizations
  
• Counsel patients on reproductive health, family planning, pregnancy, hygiene, and disease prevention
  
• Refer patients to specialists when additional or specialized care is required
  
• Perform clinical procedures within established privileges and scope of practice
  
• Assist the Medical Director in developing, reviewing, and updating medical policies and educational programs for patients and staff
  
• Share nurse practitioner supervision with the Clinical Director as required
  
• Practice within established medical privileges, clinical protocols, and organizational policies
  
• Participate in committees and clinical initiatives as requested by the Medical Director
  
• Follow all safety, infection control, and applicable reporting requirements
  
• Provide age-appropriate and culturally sensitive care while recognizing and following protocols for domestic violence, child abuse, dependent adult abuse, and elder abuse
  
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and protect confidential patient, employee, and organizational information
  
• Participate in population health management and care coordination based on patient needs and available community resources
  
• Coordinate patient follow-up, including post-discharge calls, timely appointments, and review of relevant hospital admission information
  
• Support high-risk patients in managing their health needs and refer clinical concerns to an RN when appropriate
  
• Collaborate with the primary care provider, RN, Health Educator, LCSW, Director of Nursing, Medical Director, and other care team members to coordinate services and achieve patient care goals
  
• Participate in quality improvement activities, including meetings, data collection, charge auditing, and evidence-based disease management
  
• Required Procedures
  
  • Outpatient:Endometrial biopsy (EMB), Nexplanon insertion, IUD insertion, colposcopy, and LEEP
    
  • Inpatient:C-sections, D&C, hysterectomy, tubal ligation, polypectomy, myomectomy, and endometrial ablation
    
• Preferred: Circumcisions
  
• Equipment available: Da Vinci robotic surgical system
  

What We Are Looking For

Education and Experience

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
  
• Completion of OB/GYN residency
  
• Board certification or board eligibility in Obstetrics and Gynecology
  
• Maintain current clinical knowledge through continuing medical education and participation in local and national medical societies
  

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Current, unrestricted California Physician and Surgeon license or equivalent authorization
  
• Board certification or eligibility in OB/GYN
  
• Current, unrestricted DEA registration
  
• Current BLS-C certification
  

Candidates must maintain an annual health examination, complete annual TB skin test clearance or a chest X-ray every two years, and keep all required healthcare worker immunizations up to date at hire and annually thereafter.

Additional Skills and Attributes

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents
  
• Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries and complaints
  
• English and Spanish bilingual proficiency preferred, including speaking, reading, and writing Spanish
  
• Perform basic arithmetic and calculate rates, ratios, and percentages; interpret bar graphs
  
• Knowledge of family-centered medicine and ability to apply logical and scientific reasoning to clinical problems
  
• Use hands for handling and reaching; frequently sit, stand, and walk
  
• Occasionally lift or move up to 30 pounds
  
• Possess adequate close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
  

Reasonable accommodations provided as needed

What You Can Expect

Work Environment

• A flexible schedule that may include evenings and weekends as needed
  
• Travel between clinic sites and other locations as required
  

Compensation

• Base Salary: $350,000 annually
  
• Sign-On Bonus: Up to $50,000
  
• Relocation Assistance: Up to $7,500 within California or $15,000 outside California
  
• Annual compensation evaluations
  
• Student loan repayment programs available
  
• Visa sponsorship available
  

Benefits & Perks

• Retirement: 10% employer contribution after one year of service
  
• Paid Time Off
  
  • 15 days of accrued vacation, increasing with tenure
    
  • Holidays: 6 observed holidays and 5 floating holidays annually
    
  • Paid Sick Leave: 24 hours in the first calendar year after 90 days of employment; 40 hours annually thereafter
    
  • CME Allowance: $5,000 and 5 days (40 hours) annually
    
  • Jury Duty Leave: Up to 5 days per year
    
  • Bereavement Leave: Up to 5 days per occurrence
    
• Professional Development: Up to $1,000 annually
  
• DEA registration, California medical license, and one professional association membership
  
• Educational assistance and tuition/training reimbursement available after one year of employment
  
• Loan repayment programs available
  
• Malpractice Coverage
  
  • FTCA coverage and gap insurance
    
• $50 per month for providers engaged in hospital on-call medical services
  
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Supplemental Insurance
  
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  
• Life & AD&D Insurance
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
• Workers’ Compensation
  

Join a supportive, collaborative team where you can advance your career, deliver exceptional patient care, and enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Apply today !