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Pediatrix Medical Group lists this OBGYN Hospitalist - Practice Medical Director opportunity in redwood city, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
OB-GYN Hospitalist Medical Director
Sequoia Hospital | Redwood City, CA
$100K Sign-On Bonus
We are launching a brand-new OB-GYN Hospitalist program at Sequoia Hospital and are seeking an experienced OB-GYN Hospitalist Medical Director to lead the development and long-term success of this program. This is a rare opportunity to build a service line from the ground up while shaping clinical excellence, team culture, and operational strategy.
Why This Leadership Opportunity Stands Out
Build & Lead a New Program - Shape workflows, establish best practices, and define the clinical vision from day one
Influence at a Systems Level - Drive quality initiatives, provider engagement, and patient care standards
Premier Bay Area Location - Live and work in one of California's most desirable regions
Balanced Schedule Model - Predictable 24-hour, in-house shifts supporting work-life balance
Medical Director Role Overview
As Medical Director, you will serve as the clinical leader and architect of this new OB-GYN Hospitalist program. You will partner closely with hospital leadership and Stanford-affiliated specialists to ensure a high-performing, collaborative, and patient-centered service.
Key Responsibilities
Provide clinical leadership and oversight for the OB-GYN hospitalist team
Lead program development , including workflows, protocols, and team culture
Drive quality improvement, patient safety, and performance metrics
Collaborate with hospital administration, nursing leadership, and community OB/GYNs
Support recruitment, onboarding, and mentorship of hospitalist providers
Ensure compliance with clinical standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices
Clinical Practice Highlights
Schedule: 24-hour, in-house shifts
Team Structure: 1 Medical Director + 4 OB-GYN Hospitalists
Scope of Practice:
OB and GYN triage and surgery
Labor & delivery management
Obstetric and gynecologic emergencies
Inpatient consults
Clinical Environment
Hospital Deliveries: about 1,000 births annually
24-hour in-house anesthesia
Interventional radiology
Level II NICU with Medical Director support from Stanford
Maternal-Fetal Medicine collaboration with Stanford specialists
Team-based care alongside experienced community OB/GYNs and nursing staff
Life in Redwood City, CA
Located in the heart of the San Francisco Peninsula, Redwood City offers an exceptional lifestyle:
Easy access to San Francisco, Silicon Valley, and coastal destinations
Mild, sunny climate year-round
Vibrant downtown with dining and entertainment
Outdoor recreation including hiking, biking, and waterfront activities
Top-rated schools and family-friendly communities
What We Offer
$100K Sign-On Bonus
Competitive compensation package
Medical Director leadership stipend
Potential relocation assistance
Strong administrative and clinical support
A unique opportunity to build, lead, and leave a lasting impact on a new OB-GYN hospitalist program
What We're Looking For
Board-certified OB-GYN
Active California license (or ability to obtain)
5 years of clinical experience preferred
Prior leadership experience strongly preferred
Passion for building programs, mentoring providers, and driving clinical excellence
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Pay Range Based on Hours: Annual compensation is $312,000 - $438,000. Medical Director stipend is $25,000.
Regular full-time is classified as team members who are consistently scheduled and work 30 hours or more on a weekly basis. Regular full-time team members are eligible for the following:
Health Insurance : Medical and Prescription Drugs; Teladoc Health; Teladoc Second Opinion Service; Dental; Vision; Short-Term Disability (STD); Long-Term Disability (STD); Basic Life Insurance; Spouse Life; child life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D).
Other Benefits: Health Savings Account; Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Parental Leave Benefit; Sick Pay Bank; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Progyny Fertility Benefits; Group Aflac Policies; Identity Theft Protection; Employee Charitable Fund; Care.com; Continuing Education Assistance; Various Discount Programs
Retirement Benefits : 401(k) Thrift & Profit-Sharing Plan; Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
NOTE: Team members at least 21 years old and are active full-time or part-time employee are eligible to participate in our 401(k) Plan at the time of hire. Team members who meet the plan's minimum age requirement can enroll in the plan at any time, and contributions will begin as soon as administratively possible.
Team Members are eligible to begin participating in the ESPP if they have been employed by Pediatrix for two consecutive months prior to the start of each calendar quarterly offering period and are scheduled to work a minimum of 20 hours per week for five consecutive months during the year.
Paid Sick Leave :
Eligible full-time team members will receive a lump-sum grant of 40 hours or five days, whichever is more beneficial to the team member, of paid sick leave each year on January 1. A newly hired full-time team member will receive a prorated lump-sum grant after working for 90 days. A lumpsum grant will then be provided on January 1 in each subsequent year as long as the team member remains eligible. Unused sick leave granted under this policy does not carry over from one year to the following year.
NOTE: The Company will not pay team members for unused sick leave upon termination of employment.
Method of Application : Apply online at
Application Window : Application window is expected to close within 30 days from the posting date.
Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation's leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group's high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives.
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Worksite address
redwood city, CA, 94062, US
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