OB/GYN Physician & Clinical Lead Opportunities

ChristianaCare; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate OB/GYN Physicians to join their team at Union Hospital in Elkton, Maryland. This role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality women's health care in a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact through innovation and community engagement. You'll be part of a dynamic team focused on improving patient outcomes through clinical excellence and collaboration with specialized programs. If you're ready to advance your career in a thriving health system, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary

Annual Performance Incentives

Loan Repayment Options

Generous Sign-On Bonus

Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Fully Paid Malpractice Insurance

403(b) and 457(b) Plans

12 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave

Employee Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Provide comprehensive OB/GYN care including prenatal, delivery, surgical, and gynecologic services.
• Prior leadership experience is strongly preferred for the Clinical Lead role.

Responsibilities

• Rotate across day and evening shifts while providing OB/GYN care.
• Serve as clinical leader and mentor for the OB/GYN team.

Skills

OB/GYN Care

Leadership Experience

Prenatal Care

Surgical Services

Patient Care Standards

Education

Board Certified in OB/GYN

Medical Licensure in Maryland

Job description

OB/GYN Physician & Clinical Lead Opportunities
Location: Union Hospital – Elkton, Maryland
Schedule: Full Time | Day Shift | Clinical Lead: No Rotation | Staff Physician: Rotating Days/Evenings

ChristianaCare, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare, is actively recruiting BC/BE OB/GYN Physicians—including a Clinical Lead—to join our growing team at Union Hospital in Elkton, Maryland.

About the Opportunity

These roles offer the chance to deliver high-quality women’s health care in a supportive and collaborative environment while also making an impact through innovation, leadership, and community engagement. Located in scenic Cecil County, Elkton is just 8 miles from Newark, DE, and within one hour of Baltimore and Philadelphia.

Our team is passionate about improving outcomes through clinical excellence, research, and community-based strategies—working in partnership with the NICHD Maternal-Fetal Medicine Network, the Center for Women’s Emotional Wellness, and programs like remote patient monitoring, Food Farmacy, and community health worker integration.

Why ChristianaCare?

• The Family Birth Center at Union Hospital includes 14 private, modernized maternity suites (updated January 2024)
• Access to advanced gynecologic subspecialties, including Gynecologic Oncology and Urogynecology at the Newark Campus
• Integrated NICU and "couplet care" model at the Center for Women’s & Children’s Health in Newark, DE
• ChristianaCare Union Hospital is one of only five Maryland hospitals to earn the Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award in 2023
• CEO Dr. Janice Nevin named among Modern Healthcare’s 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives in 2023
• Named by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers for Diversity & Inclusion (2023)

About the Roles

OB/GYN Physician – Responsibilities Include:

• Provide comprehensive OB/GYN care including prenatal, delivery, surgical, and gynecologic services
• Rotate across day and evening shifts
• Take home call (approx. 5–6 shifts per 4-week block, with 30-minute response time)

OB/GYN Clinical Lead – Additional Responsibilities Include:

• Serve as clinical leader and mentor for the OB/GYN team
• Collaborate with operational and service line leadership to enhance clinical care delivery and standardization
• Lead performance improvement efforts and guide strategy for growth and quality
• Provide oversight of providers (physicians and APCs), patient care standards, and practice health

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus annual performance incentives
• Loan repayment options including Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Generous sign-on bonus
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Fully paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• 403(b), 457(b), and Defined Contribution Plans
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Time Away from Practice (TAP) program including CME and planned/unplanned PTO
• Employee wellness programs and lifestyle discounts

Position Requirements

• Board Certified / Board Eligible in OB/GYN
• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Maryland
• Prior leadership experience (for Clinical Lead role) strongly preferred

About ChristianaCare

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, ChristianaCare is a not-for-profit, integrated health system that includes:

• Three hospitals with over 1,300 beds
• Level I trauma center, Level III NICU, and freestanding ED
• Extensive network of primary and specialty care, urgent care, and home health
• Recognized among Healthgrades America’s 50 Best Hospitals and a top system for IT, diversity, and workplace culture

Living in the Region

Elkton, MD offers:

• Affordable housing in Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, or New Jersey
• Easy access to I-95 and Amtrak
• Close proximity to Philadelphia, Baltimore, New York City, and Washington, D.C.
• Nearby attractions: beaches in DE/NJ/MD and ski resorts in PA/NY

Ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic health system?
Apply today or reach out to our recruitment team to learn more about these exciting opportunities in Elkton, MD.