PRN OB Hospitalist Physician- Wellstar MCG

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Work Shift
Join a Growing Academic OB Hospitalist Program
Job Summary:
The Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Wellstar MCG Augusta is seeking a PRN board-certified/board-eligible Obstetrician-Gynecologist to join our expanding Wellstar Medical Group OB Hospitalist Division.
Our hospitalists practice in a collaborative academic environment alongside Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Gynecologic Oncology, Urogynecology, Reproductive Endocrinology, General OB/GYN faculty, residents, medical students, certified nurse midwives, and advanced practice providers.
As one of Georgia’s busiest obstetric centers, our physicians care for a diverse patient population while contributing to resident education, quality improvement, and innovative models of obstetric care.
Position Highlights:
• Available to work at least 48 hours per month
• No outpatient clinic responsibilities
• Competitive compensation
• Opportunity to participate in resident and medical student education
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team with designated APP and Resident coverage for all L&D and OB ED shifts
• Opportunities to participate in quality improvement, simulation, patient safety, and OB hospitalist program development and administrative leadership

Clinical Responsibilities:
Hospitalists provide comprehensive inpatient obstetric and gynecologic care including:
• Labor and delivery management
• Vaginal and cesarean deliveries
• Operative vaginal delivery
• Obstetric emergencies
• Postpartum care
• Gynecologic emergency consultations and surgeries (2-3 gyn emergencies per 24h shift)
• Emergency Department consultations
• Supervision of OB Emergency Department
• Support of antepartum patients
• Collaboration with academic physicians, midwives, MFM, anesthesia, neonatology, emergency medicine, and nursing

Hospitalists also serve as attending physicians supervising OB/GYN residents and medical students in accordance with ACGME standards.
Academic Mission:
Our hospitalists are integral members of an academic department committed to:
• Resident education
• Bedside teaching
• Simulation training
• Evidence-based practice and clinical autonomy
• Quality improvement
• Patient safety initiatives
• Clinical protocol development

Ideal Candidate:
We are seeking physicians who:
• Enjoy acute obstetric care
• Thrive in collaborative team environments
• Value teaching and mentorship
• Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrate excellent surgical and clinical judgment
• Are committed to patient-centered care
• Desire to help shape an evolving hospitalist program

Qualifications:
Required
• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Eligible for unrestricted Georgia medical license
• Eligible for hospital privileges

Preferred
• Prior teaching experience
• Experience in high-volume obstetrics
• Maintains privileges for gynecologic surgery

Why Wellstar MCG Augusta?
• Regional tertiary referral center
• Level IV NICU
• High-volume labor and delivery service (2000 deliveries per year)
• OB Emergency Department immediately adjacent to L&D
• Established residency program since 1961
• Strong multidisciplinary support
• Growing investment in innovative inpatient obstetric care.

About Wellstar Health System:
Wellstar is a nationally recognized health system committed to exceptional care, inclusive culture , and professional growth . With 11 hospitals, 329 medical offices , cancer centers, and more, Wellstar offers unmatched resources and support to help you thrive in your practice and career.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today!
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