OB/GYN Hospitalist

Ascension Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 210,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

PTO & Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension Health in Austin, TX seeks an OB Hospitalist to lead a brand-new flagship program focused on clinical excellence and patient safety. You will work across multidisciplinary teams with flexible full-time, part-time, or PRN schedules and 12- or 24-hour shifts, enabling strong work-life balance while delivering 24/7 continuity of care for obstetric patients across our facilities.

This inpatient role within a nonprofit Catholic health system emphasizes obstetric care, licensure

Qualifications

• NeedMD/DO degree and Texas Medical Board credential.
• OB Hospitalist experience preferred.
• Inpatient obstetric care experience required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Shape the foundational culture of the flagship OB hospitalist program.
• Ensure 24/7 continuity of care and patient safety across facilities.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams for high-acuity obstetric cases.

Skills

OB Hospitalist

Patient safety

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

MD/DO

Texas Medical Board license

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

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.

Prior experience as OB Hospitalist preferred.

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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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