About this role
Job title: OB/GYN Physician – Outpatient & Hospital-Based Care | Full-Time
The Staff Pad is proud to partner with a reputable healthcare organization in Santa Maria, CA, to recruit an experienced, patient-centered Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Physician. Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, the OB/GYN Physician will independently provide comprehensive obstetric and gynecological care while supporting the organization’s commitment to high-quality, patient-centered services through professionalism, reliability, and collaboration with the healthcare team.
Schedule:
- Clinic hours: Monday–Friday | Surgery days may vary | One weekend per month for call
- Hospital call: Approximately 5 calls per month, including one weekend | 7:30 AM–7:30 AM (24 hours)
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) required
Why This Opportunity?
- Balanced Call Schedule: Just five 24-hour calls per month, including one weekend, with protected post-call days and no clinic responsibilities on call days
- Excellent Hospital Support: Practice at a respected hospital with a Level III NICU, hospitalists, OB residents, and a dedicated provider sleep room
- Collaborative Care Team: Work alongside OB/GYN physicians, WHNPs, and CNMs in a full-scope practice
- Comprehensive Clinical Resources: Benefit from dedicated RNs, ultrasonographers, two MAs per provider, and a surgery scheduler
- Specialized Patient Support: Collaborate with registered dietitians, certified diabetes educators, a Women’s Health LCSW, and a dedicated Health Educator to support comprehensive patient care
- Focus on Quality Care: Enjoy a team-oriented environment with shared hospital call coverage and resources that support both providers and patients
What You’ll Do
Key Responsibilities
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Obtain, evaluate, and accurately document patient medical histories and examination findings
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Perform physical examinations and assessments relevant to obstetric and gynecologic care
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Diagnose and treat medical conditions within the scope of obstetrics and gynecology
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Provide preventive care, diagnostic services, and appropriate treatment for illnesses and emergencies
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Maintain the highest standards of medical ethics and quality patient care
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Share on-call responsibilities with other medical staff as required
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Order and interpret diagnostic tests, laboratory analyses, and imaging to assess patient conditions
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Prescribe medications, administer treatments, and provide appropriate immunizations
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Counsel patients on reproductive health, family planning, pregnancy, hygiene, and disease prevention
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Refer patients to specialists when additional or specialized care is required
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Perform clinical procedures within established privileges and scope of practice
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Assist the Medical Director in developing, reviewing, and updating medical policies and educational programs for patients and staff
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Share nurse practitioner supervision with the Clinical Director as required
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Practice within established medical privileges, clinical protocols, and organizational policies
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Participate in committees and clinical initiatives as requested by the Medical Director
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Follow all safety, infection control, and applicable reporting requirements
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Provide age-appropriate and culturally sensitive care while recognizing and following protocols for domestic violence, child abuse, dependent adult abuse, and elder abuse
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Maintain HIPAA compliance and protect confidential patient, employee, and organizational information
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Participate in population health management and care coordination based on patient needs and available community resources
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Coordinate patient follow-up, including post-discharge calls, timely appointments, and review of relevant hospital admission information
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Support high-risk patients in managing their health needs and refer clinical concerns to an RN when appropriate
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Collaborate with the primary care provider, RN, Health Educator, LCSW, Director of Nursing, Medical Director, and other care team members to coordinate services and achieve patient care goals
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Participate in quality improvement activities, including meetings, data collection, charge auditing, and evidence-based disease management
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Required Procedures
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Outpatient: Endometrial biopsy (EMB), Nexplanon insertion, IUD insertion, colposcopy, and LEEP
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Inpatient: C-sections, D&C, hysterectomy, tubal ligation, polypectomy, myomectomy, and endometrial ablation
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Preferred: Circumcisions
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Equipment available: Da Vinci robotic surgical system
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What We Are Looking For
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Education and Experience
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MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
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Completion of OB/GYN residency
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Board certification or board eligibility in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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Maintain current clinical knowledge through continuing medical education and participation in local and national medical societies
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Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
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Current, unrestricted California Physician and Surgeon license or equivalent authorization
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Board certification or eligibility in OB/GYN
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Current, unrestricted DEA registration
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Current BLS-C certification
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Candidates must maintain an annual health examination, complete annual TB skin test clearance or a chest X-ray every two years, and keep all required healthcare worker immunizations up to date at hire and annually thereafter.
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Additional Skills and Attributes
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Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents
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Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries and complaints
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English and Spanish bilingual proficiency preferred, including speaking, reading, and writing Spanish
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Perform basic arithmetic and calculate rates, ratios, and percentages; interpret bar graphs
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Knowledge of family-centered medicine and ability to apply logical and scientific reasoning to clinical problems
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Use hands for handling and reaching; frequently sit, stand, and walk
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Occasionally lift or move up to 30 pounds
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Possess adequate close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
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Reasonable accommodations provided as needed
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What You Can Expect
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Work Environment
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A flexible schedule that may include evenings and weekends as needed
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Travel between clinic sites and other locations as required
Compensation
- Base
Salary
350,000 annually
- Sign-On Bonus: Up to 50,000
- Relocation Assistance: Up to 7,500 within California or 15,000 outside California
- Annual compensation evaluations
- Student loan repayment programs available
- Visa sponsorship available
Benefits & Perks
- Retirement: 10% employer contribution after one year of service
- Paid Time Off
- 15 days of accrued vacation, increasing with tenure
- Holidays: 6 observed holidays and 5 floating holidays annually
- Paid Sick Leave: 24 hours in the first calendar year after 90 days of employment; 40 hours annually thereafter
- CME Allowance: 5,000 and 5 days (40 hours) annually
- Jury Duty Leave: Up to 5 days per year
- Bereavement Leave: Up to 5 days per occurrence
- Professional Development: Up to 1,000 annually
- DEA registration, California medical license, and one professional association membership
- Educational assistance and tuition/training reimbursement available after one year of employment
- Loan repayment programs available
- Malpractice Coverage
- FTCA coverage and gap insurance
- 50 per month for providers engaged in hospital on-call medical services
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
- Supplemental Insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Workers’ Compensation
Join a supportive, collaborative team where you can advance your career, deliver exceptional patient care, and enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.