OB/GYN Hospitalist

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ascension in Austin, TX is seeking an OB hospitalist to shape a brand-new flagship program, focusing on clinical excellence and patient safety while building culture and workflows. Choose from 12-hour or 24-hour shifts with flexible full-time, part-time, or PRN schedules across multiple sites, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide evidence-based obstetric care.

Completion of an accredited residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology and Texas medical license (or eligibility) with ABOG

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible by ABOG.
• Current Texas medical license (or eligibility) and DEA registration by start date.

Responsibilities

• Shape the foundational culture of this brand-new flagship OB hospitalist program.
• Provide continuous obstetric care with emphasis on patient safety and satisfaction.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for high-acuity obstetric cases across regional facilities.
• Offer flexible scheduling (full-time, part-time, PRN) with 12- or 24-hour shifts.

Skills

Board Certified or Board Eligible ABOG

Texas Medical License / DEA

Education

MD or DO

Residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Job description

Your future role at a glance This is a rare opportunity to step away from traditional private practice administrative burdens and step into a role where you can focus purely on clinical excellence, patient safety, and shaping the culture of a brand-new flagship program. How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Shape the foundational culture of this brand-new flagship program, actively contributing to the work-flows and growth of our inaugural OB hospitalist service line.
• Champion patient safety and satisfaction through seamless, round-the-clock continuity of care, ensuring every patient experiences a safe and supportive birth journey.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to provide high-quality, evidence-based interventions for complex and high-acuity cases across our regional facilities.
• Enjoy unmatched flexibility. Choose from full-time, part-time, or PRN schedules with flexible 12-hour or 24-hour shift models to maximize your work-life balance.

About The Practice

• Practice Setting: Inpatient only
• Employed physician within a nonprofit Catholic health system
• Choice of 3 initial sites with high, medium, and low acuity
• Full-time 120 hours/month; Part-time 60 hours/month
• NICU staffed with Dell Children's Neonatologists
• Serving the Austin proper population of approximately 1.02 million and Round Rock population of 142,000

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service

Additional Requirements

• Completion of an accredited residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Board Certified or Board Eligible by ABOG
• Current Texas medical license (or eligibility) and DEA registration by start date
• Prior experience as an OB hospitalist or in high-acuity obstetrics preferred but not required.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Texas Medical Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

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Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.