Obstetric Nocturnist

Cleveland Clinic; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 294,000 - 417,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cleveland Clinic Obstetrics & Gynecology Institute is seeking full-time Nocturnists for our East and West suburban hospitals, Fairview and Hillcrest. The role balances clinical and academic duties, with 14-hour shifts and a weekly schedule that spans Sunday through Friday.

Board-certified candidates with busy obstetrical experience and a collaborative approach are preferred for possible faculty appointments.

Qualifications

• Board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist.
• Experience in a busy obstetrical practice.
• Works well in a team with MFM, laborists, midwives and other clinicians.

Responsibilities

• Provide nocturnist coverage with 14-hour shifts, averaging 3 evenings/nights per week.
• Support inpatients and birth-center admissions, including unregistered patients.
• Supervise OB/GYN residents and medical students; participate in academic activities.

Skills

Board certified obstetrics/gynecology

Experience in busy obstetrical

Team-based care

Education

Residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Job description

The Obstetrics & Gynecology Institute at Cleveland Clinic is a nationally recognized academic Institute with a unique residency program and multiple fellowships. We are currently seeking full-time dedicated staff members to serve as Nocturnists at our East and West suburban hospitals. Located in the Western and Eastern suburbs of Cleveland, Fairview & Hillcrest Hospitals have a busy obstetrics service, with each hospital 4000 -5400 deliveries this year.

The nocturnist is a critical part of our group practice model and assists with perinatal safety at the birth center. The nocturnist will support all established obstetrical practices with care of their inpatients and other related admissions including unregistered or walk-in patients. They will also work in conjunction with other team members as need arises including maternal fetal medicine, laborists, nurse midwives, gynecology, family medicine, and advanced practice providers.

Nocturnists will be on duty for an average of 3 evenings/nights per week, comprised of 14-hour shifts, and work as a team to provide continuous coverage. These shifts will occur regularly Sunday thru Friday. The successful candidate should be board certified and preferably have experience in a busy obstetrical practice. This position balances clinical and academic responsibilities, including supervision of OB/GYN residents and medical students, along with the potential for faculty appointment at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine.

About Us

Cleveland Clinic's vision is to become the best place for care and the best place to work in healthcare. We are committed to providing a safe, stable, and financially fulfilling work environment. Cleveland Clinic is ambitiously investing in growth. Being a physician-led organization means doing what is best for the patients, every day.

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Disclaimer

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The salary range displayed in this job posting reflects the anticipated salary range for new physicians hired into full-time (100% FTE) positions. This range is generally aligned with or below the 50th percentile of nationally recognized compensation benchmarks by specialty. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined in accordance with fair market value, considering factors such as professional experience, clinical expertise, board certification, work history, and FTE. This stated range excludes the value of Cleveland Clinic's comprehensive benefits package, which includes healthcare, dental, vision, retirement, and other offerings.

Pay Range

Minimum salary: $294,250

Maximum salary: $417,000