Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician

First Physicians Group of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated OB/GYN to join their team in sunny Sarasota, Florida. This role involves providing comprehensive care in a supportive environment, with the opportunity to work alongside a team of experienced professionals. With a focus on quality patient care and a commitment to excellence, you'll thrive in a facility recognized for its outstanding obstetrics and gynecology services. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of patients within a vibrant community. If you are passionate about women's health and looking for a rewarding career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

403B Retirement Plan

CME Allowance

Paid Time Off

Relocation Assistance

Signing Bonus

Qualifications

• Board eligible or certified in OB/GYN.
• Licensed in Florida with a current DEA Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide surgical services and patient care in the clinic.
• Collaborate with OB Hospitalists for 24/7 coverage.

Skills

Board Certification in OB/GYN

Surgical Skills

Patient Care

Education

ACGME-accredited OB/GYN program

Job description

First Physicians Group of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is seeking to employ an OB/GYN at a practice location in Sarasota, Florida. We are situated approximately 60 minutes south of Tampa and 1.5 hours north of Ft. Myers on Florida's West Coast.

Our OB/GYNs see patients in the clinic, provide surgical services at the hospital, and collaborate with our employed OB Hospitalists, who offer 24/7 in-house coverage of the OB ECC and care for unassigned expectant mothers.

Sarasota Memorial Hospital (SMH) is ranked among U.S. News' 50 Best Hospitals for Obstetrics/Gynecology Care, performing over 4,200 deliveries in 2024. It received Level III Maternal Care Verification from the Joint Commission in 2023, in partnership with the American College of Obstetrics.

Sarasota Memorial is recognized nationally for quality care and patient experience, including:

• CMS 5-Star rating for overall quality; the only hospital in Florida and one of 17 in the U.S. to maintain this rating since 2016.
• Consistent 'A' grades for Patient Safety from Leapfrog since 2016.
• Inclusion in U.S. News' 50 'Best Hospitals' list.
• Four-time winner of Gallup's 'Exceptional Workplace Award' in 2025, among only 62 organizations worldwide.
• Named among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek for seven consecutive years, including 2025.
• Received Magnet Nursing Recognition five times from the ANCC since 2003, maintaining Magnet status for 20 years—the only hospital in the region with this recognition.

Sarasota Highlights:

• Team includes six (6) OB/GYNs and one APRN.
• Shared call schedule among providers.
• Outpatient services at two clinic locations.
• On staff at one hospital, SMH-Sarasota.
• Mother-Baby unit with 28 beds; Labor & Delivery with 18 spacious suites.
• OB-ECC & triage unit with 8 beds, located near L&D.
• Three C-section ORs and a 4-bed PACU with flexible bed capacity.
• Level III NICU with 33 private rooms.
• Hospital equipped with 5 daVinci Xi Robots and 1 daVinci SP.
• 24/7 Neonatology and Maternal Fetal Medicine coverage.
• First Physicians Group employs MFMs, Gyn/Oncs, and Breast Surgical Oncologists.
• No OB/GYN residents at SMH, but teaching opportunities with FSU Medical Students are available if interested.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Board Eligible or Certified
• Licensed in Florida and current DEA Certificate
• Graduate of an ACGME-accredited OB/GYN program

Benefits:

• Two-year employment contract with competitive salary and bonus potential, transitioning to a higher pay model after two years, with income ranging from the high $300s to $600K.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 403B, CME allowance, PTO, and more.
• Relocation assistance and a signing bonus.
• As a public, State of Florida organization, physicians enjoy Sovereign Immunity and no tail coverage required upon departure.
• Being a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit, physicians can participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• No state income tax in Florida.

Please contact Joelle Hennesey, Director, Physician & APP Recruitment, for more information.

Founded in 1925, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is a regional leader with over 2,000 physicians and providers, serving nearly 2 million patient visits annually across Sarasota County and beyond. It includes two full-service hospitals, a freestanding ER, outpatient centers, and clinics, serving as a vital safety net for the uninsured in the region.

First Physicians Group is one of the Gulf Coast's largest primary and specialty care providers, with over 600 physicians and providers across 49 specialties in 70 locations, backed by Sarasota Memorial Health Care System's strength and legacy.