OB-GYN Physician & Labor & Delivery Medical Director

ChristianaCare; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 316,000 - 470,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare Women's Health in Delaware seeks a board-certified or board-eligible OB-GYN to join as a Medical Director of Labor & Delivery (0.2 FTE) and OB-GYN physician (0.8 FTE). The leader will advance quality, safety, and resident education on a busy unit with 6,000+ deliveries annually while maintaining an active clinical practice.

The clinical component can be organized as a laborist or generalist role, with participation in the residency program and collaboration across OB-GYN,

Qualifications

• MD or DO credential.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics & Gynecology.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in Delaware.
• Demonstrated leadership experience preferred.
• Strong commitment to patient-centered care, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership on Labor and Delivery in close partnership with the Director of Quality and Safety.
• Partner with physician, nursing, and administrative leaders to advance quality, patient safety, and patient experience initiatives.
• Promote evidence-based care and clinical best practices.
• Support provider recruitment, onboarding, engagement, and retention efforts.
• Participate in program development, operational planning, and service line growth initiatives.
• Foster collaboration across specialties and care teams.
• Maintain an active OB-GYN practice within ChristianaCare Women's Health.
• Provide high-quality obstetrical and gynecologic care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes.
• Participate in call coverage and clinical responsibilities consistent with the selected practice model.
• Support educational initiatives and mentorship opportunities as appropriate.

Skills

Leadership experience

Quality improvement

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient-centered care

Education

MD or DO

Job description

ChristianaCare Women's Health in Delaware seeks a board-certified or board-eligible OB-GYN to join as a Medical Director of Labor & Delivery (0.2 FTE) and OB-GYN physician (0.8 FTE). The leader will advance quality, safety, and resident education on a busy unit with 6,000+ deliveries annually while maintaining an active clinical practice.

The clinical component can be organized as a laborist or generalist role, with participation in the residency program and collaboration across OB-GYN,