OB Hospitalist

Dignity Health; California; On-site; USD 330,000 - 339,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shareholder track

Sign-on bonus

Moving bonus

Tail insurance

Job summary

Dignity Health is seeking an OB Hospitalist to join Mercy San Juan Medical Center in Carmichael, CA. You will cover the OB ED, labor and delivery, and provide emergency gynecologic consults in a hospitalist program emphasizing patient safety and work-life balance.

The role requires Board-Certified OB/Gyn, MD/DO, California license, and DEA certification. Competitive compensation with bonuses, signed with tail insurance and potential for additional shifts across regional hospitals.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Board-Certified in OB/Gyn (ABMS or AOA).
• Active California license or eligibility.
• DEA certification.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Passion for delivering compassionate, high-quality care in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Cover OB emergency department, labor and delivery, with emergency gynecologic consults.
• Provide surgical assist as needed for critical procedures.
• Collaborate with a large network of specialists within MMG/ Mercy system.
• Participate in a growing hospitalist program with emphasis on work-life balance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

MD or DO degree

Board-Certified in OB/Gyn

Active California license

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As an OB Hospitalist Physician, you will join a thriving multi-specialty group in the Sacramento, CA area. You will play a critical role in providing exceptional obstetric care within a dynamic hospital setting in the Sacramento region. This opportunity emphasizes a strong commitment to patient safety and quality outcomes, allowing you to leverage your expertise in a supportive environment focused on work-life balance. Your contributions will directly enhance our ability to deliver comprehensive, compassionate, and timely care to our patient population.

In this role you will cover the OB emergency department, covering patients in labor & delivery, providing emergency gynecological consults, and be available for surgical assist needs ensuring seamless medical support for critical procedures. This role involves active participation in a growing hospitalist program, collaborating with a large network of specialists to ensure continuous, high-quality patient care. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for more work-life balance.

Opportunity Highlights

• Incoming physician would be based out of Mercy San Juan Medical Center in Carmichael, CA.
• Level lll NICU at Mercy San Juan Medical Center.
• Experience/interest in high-risk OB is required.
• Robotics available, though not required.
• 24 hour back-up Ob on-call.
• Full time would be twelve 12 hour shifts/month and shifts can be done as 24 hour shifts.
• Additional compensation provided for doing additional shifts.
• Generous compensation and benefits.
• Sign on bonus and moving bonus available for full time applicants.
• Employer provided tail insurance.
• Active board certification required.

To be successful in this role, you will be a Board Certified OB/GYN with a strong clinical background and a passion for inpatient obstetric care. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating exceptional decision‑making skills and the ability to effectively manage diverse medical situations. Your commitment to teamwork, excellent communication skills, and dedication to providing top‑tier patient care will be paramount, complementing our mission to serve the healthcare needs of our community in Sacramento area.

We are offering the following incentives to eligible new hires:

• Shareholder track, competitive compensation with bonus potential, desirable benefits
• Option for additional income with hospitalist and back-up shifts at regional hospitals
• Compensation Range: $330,000 - $339,000 /year with opportunities for additional call pay

Job Requirements

• MD or DO degree
• Board-Certified in OB/Gyn (ABMS or AOA)
• Active or eligible license in the state of California
• DEA certification
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Passion for delivering compassionate, high-quality care in a fast-paced environment

Where You'll Work

Mercy Medical Group (MMG) is a dynamic, growing organization with a long‑standing history of providing exceptional medical care in the Sacramento area. MMG is a large multi-specialty medical group of 500+ providers comprised of primary care physicians, specialists in more than 30 medical and surgical specialties, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. These professionals provide seamless primary and specialty care, working together to meet the unique needs of each individual patient.

Dignity Health is a member of CommonSpirit Health®, one of the nation’s largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. #HEC

Community Description

Sacramento, California’s capital city, offers a dynamic blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty. Known as America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital, the city features a thriving food scene, a rich arts and cultural community, and an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities. With proximity to Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, San Francisco, and the Sierra Nevada, residents enjoy convenient access to weekend getaways and adventure. Sacramento also boasts top‑rated schools, several major universities, and a more affordable cost of living compared to other major California cities—making it an ideal place for both personal and professional growth.

Pay Range

$330,000 - $339,000 /year