Laborist/OB Hospitalist

The Department of OB/GYN is currently seeking full-time dedicated staff members to serve as Laborists/OB Hospitalist at our maternity hospitals, located in the Western and Eastern suburbs of Cleveland. The Department of OB/GYN within the Obstetrics & Gynecology Institute (OGI) at the Cleveland Clinic is a nationally recognized academic program with a unique residency program and multiple fellowships. Our primary maternity units at Fairview & Hillcrest Hospitals have busy obstetrical services, with 4500 -5500 deliveries annually. These hospitals provide level IV maternal level care and level III neonatal care.

The Laborist/OB Hospitalist is a critical part of our group practice model and oversees perinatal safety at the birthing center with responsibility over both quality and safety. The Laborist/OB Hospitalist functions as the team lead for the provider group within labor and delivery. Our highly integrated and supportive obstetric team consists of Laborists/OB Hospitalists, OB/GYN Hospitalists, OB/GYN Generalists, Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialists, Certified Nurse Midwives, Nurse Practitioners, and Residents. The Laborist/OB Hospitalist role involves managing the obstetric unit, participating in labor management, obstetric triage and support of maternal fetal medicine service. The Laborist/OB Hospitalist also provides support and consultation to midwifery and Family Medicine services.

This position offers a competitive salary, an unparalleled comprehensive benefit package and endless opportunities for professional growth and development only limited by the candidate’s imagination. The Laborist/OB Hospitalist is afforded an excellent work-life balance with an average of 7 twenty-four hour shifts per month. The successful candidate should be board eligible/certified and preferably have experience in a busy obstetrical practice. This position balances clinical and academic responsibilities, including supervision of the OB/GYN Hospitalist Fellows, OB/GYN residents and medical students, along with the potential for faculty appointment at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine.

Those interested should submit a cover letter and CV addressed to:

Edward Chien, MD, MBA, FACOG, FSMFM

Department Chair, Obstetrics and GynecologyAbout Us

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