OB/GYN Physician

Ascension Saint Thomas; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commencement bonus

CME allowance

Health insurance

Liability coverage

Retirement plan

Job summary

Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital in Middle Tennessee is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible OB/GYN physician to join an established, employed practice at Saint Elizabeth Women’s Clinic. The role offers a balanced schedule with clinic and procedure days, plus hospital-based OB care and a strong referral network.

The position includes a competitive base salary, commencements bonus, CME support, and comprehensive benefits within a leading non-profit health system.

Qualifications

• MD or DO required.
• Board certification/eligibility in Obstetrics & Gynecology.
• Tennessee medical licensure eligibility before hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide OB/GYN care in outpatient clinic and hospital setting.
• Collaborate with Maternal-Fetal Medicine and neonatal teams.
• Deliver high-quality women's health services and participate in surgical procedures as needed.

Education

MD or DO

Job description

OB/GYN Physician — Full Time

Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital | Middle Tennessee

Position Overview Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford is seeking a motivated, Board Certified or Board Eligible OB/GYN physician to join an established, employed practice at Saint Elizabeth Women’s Clinic in Middle Tennessee.

Located in one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, this position offers the unique opportunity to build a thriving practice supported by a dedicated team, strong referral network, and the full resources of a regional women’s health leader. As a Southern Regional Hub backed by massive system-wide capital investments, we combine high-volume clinical energy with state-of-the-art facilities and high-acuity capabilities.

Practice Highlights & Schedule

• Collaborative Team: Join an established practice currently comprising 3 physicians and 3 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs).
• Balanced Workweek:
  • 2 to 2.5 Clinic Days
  • 2 Procedure Days
  • 0.5 Day Administrative Time
• Call Structure: Dedicated OB Hospitalist (Laborist) coverage manages unassigned patients, L&D triage, and OB emergency cases, eliminating traditional after-hours office call and protecting your quality of life.
• Practice Setting: Outpatient OB/GYN clinic with access to state-of-the-art patient rooms, modern surgical suites, and Da Vinci robotic surgery technology.
• Patient Population: Dedicated community-based women's health practice delivering care to a complex, resource-intensive patient base.
• Facility & Service Line Capabilities

Hospital Overview:

• 411-bed facility serving a regional population of approximately 350,000 and delivering over 3,500 babies annually.
• Level III NICU: Features the newly opened 22-bed Lee and Susan Moss Family Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to manage high-acuity infants close to home.
• Expanded L&D Footprint: Multi-million dollar expansion adding 12,000 sq. ft., including 14 LDR rooms, 36 Postpartum suites, 4 LDRPs, and additional shelled space for future growth.
• Subspecialty Access: Robust multidisciplinary collaboration with Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialists, neonatologists, anesthesiologists, and specialized OB nursing teams.
• Clinical Recognition: Rated "High Performing" for Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report and holds a 5-Star Rating from the Tennessee Initiative for Perinatal Quality Care (TIPQC).
• Designation: Located in an area with active Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) / Medically Underserved Area (MUA/P) designations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Commencement bonus up to $45k
• Competitive base salary with productivity incentives
• Comprehensive CME allowance plus dedicated CME days
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and liability coverage
• Direct support for practicing at the top of your license within a non-profit health system

Requirements

• Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
• Licensure: Eligible for or holds active medical licensure credentialed by the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners prior to hire.
• Certification: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Registration: Active or eligible for DEA registration.

Why Choose Ascension Saint Thomas?

Ascension Saint Thomas is Middle Tennessee's leader in fully integrated "lifecycle" women's health, offering comprehensive care from well-woman visits and cardio-obstetrics through menopause care.

• Physician-Led Culture: Deeply collaborative environment with direct physician representation on executive committees, peer review boards, and clinical governance.
• Educational Environment: Active engagement with residency rotation ties, fostering a continuous learning culture focused on evidence-based medicine.
• Mission-Centered Care: Grounded in whole-person care and long-term practice stability within Ascension, a leading national non-profit Catholic health system.