OB/GYN Hospitalist

AOIA; California (MO); On-site; USD 420,000 - 470,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Income guarantee

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Residency stipend

Retention bonus

Quality incentive

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

NorthBay Health in Northern California is seeking an OB/GYN Hospitalist to join a respected team between the San Francisco Bay Area, Napa Valley, and Sacramento. The hospital performs over 1,000 births annually and features a 16-bed Level 3 NICU.

This role offers 24-hour in-house coverage with strong physician and APP support, and a transition from Cerner to EPIC planned for 2026. A competitive compensation package includes guaranteed income and substantial relocation/sign-on incentives.

Qualifications

• MD/DO from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited OB/GYN residency program.
• Board certification or eligibility in OB/GYN.
• Active California medical license.
• BLS and ACLS required; NRP preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience preferred; recent residency grads considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour in-house OB/GYN hospitalist coverage.
• Care for approximately 135 births per month.
• Collaborate with APPs and physicians as part of a supportive team.
• Utilize Cerner now; transition to EPIC by Oct 2026.

Skills

Clinical and surgical skills

Communication for patient education

EMR/computer proficiency

Education

MD/DO from accredited medical school

OB/GYN residency

Board certified/eligible in OB/GYN

Tools

Cerner EMR

EPIC transition 2026

Job description

Summary: OB/GYN Hospitalist opportunity in Northern California with NorthBay Health, located midway between San Francisco and Sacramento near Napa Valley wine region.

At NorthBay Health, the OB/GYN Hospitalist Physician will practice in our highly regarded health system in Northern California. NorthBay Health is ideally located between the San Francisco Bay Area Region, Napa Valley and Sacramento. With an abundance of recreation and leisure options, Northern California offers residents the landscape for healthy, active living.

The birth of a child is a very special time. At NorthBay Health, we do everything possible to make our patient experience memorable. More than 1,000 babies are born each year at NorthBay Medical Center - that's more than 60,000 born since 1960, and it means we provide the most skilled and experienced staff in the region. We are a Baby-Friendly hospital, and in case a baby needs extra support after birth, our level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit is staffed with board-certified neonatologists.

Practice Information

• Position Type: Full-time or Part-time
• Call Schedule: 24-hour in-house
• EMR: Cerner - transition to EPIC 10/2026
• Provider Support: Collaborative team of Physicians and Advanced Practice Professionals
• Census: 135 average births per month (split amongst two physicians)

Facility Information

• 154-bed hospital
• 8-bed labor unit
• 13-bed postpartum unit
• 16-bed Level 3 NICU

Qualifications

• Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
• Training: Completion of an accredited OB/GYN residency program.
• Certification: Board Certified/Board Eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Licensure: Valid and active medical license in California.
• Certifications: BLS and ACLS required; NRP preferred.
• Experience: At least one (1) year of experience preferred, though recent residency graduates will also be considered.

Skills

• Strong clinical and surgical skills in obstetrics and gynecology.
• Excellent communication skills for patient education.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) and general computer skills.

Employed Compensation and Perks

• Income Guarantee: $436,800
• Sign On Bonus up to $50,000
• Relocation available for qualified candidates up to $20,000
• Residency Stipend up to $24,000
• Retention Bonus - $30,000 beginning the 2nd year
• Quality Incentive Program - 5% of productivity beginning 3rd year
• A positive work-life balance
• Collaborative and energized clinical team
• Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, 401K

Why NorthBay Health

NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics. We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions. We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.

Contact Information

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