OB/GYN -Associate Program Director (APD) | NO NIGHT CALL|

Clinical Practice in Obstetrics & Gynecology | NO NIGHT CALL| Program Leadership Role Lakeland Regional Health is seeking a

Board-Certified/Board-Eligible OB/GYN

to serve as

Associate Program Director (APD)

for a

new community-based OB/GYN Residency Program , anticipated to launch

Summer 2027 . This role combines

meaningful educational leadership

with

OB/GYN clinical practice

in a collaborative, hospital-employed environment. All clinical duties are supported by a collegial generalist OB/GYN team & dedicated

OB/GYN Hospitalist team , eliminating night call and supporting strong work-life balance. The Opportunity The Associate Program Director works in close partnership with the Program Director to support the educational, operational, and cultural development of the residency program while maintaining an active clinical practice. This position includes

protected time

dedicated to residency leadership responsibilities, including: Support the Program Director in residency administration, curriculum, and program improvement

Participate in and support scholarly activity and QI with institutional research support

Contribute to program operations and compliance efforts through committee involvement, evaluation processes, faculty development activities, and recruitment

Teach and mentor OB/GYN residents and medical students in inpatient, outpatient, Labor & Delivery, and operative settings

Provide supervised clinical education and feedback during routine patient care

Support a positive, hands-on learning environment grounded in community-based practice

Practice Culture & Collegiality Our OB/GYN group is grounded in collaboration rather than competition. Physicians routinely support one another through: Co-management of complex surgical and obstetric cases

Real-time partner backup and consultation

Shared Day-Time In-Hospital Call Rotation (NO NIGHT CALL)

Physician-led decision-making

A responsive, physician-centered administrative structure

This is a practice where

mutual respect, physician well-being, and excellent patient outcomes

are core values. Opportunity exists for physicians to tailor their practice mix in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Clinical Scope & Subspecialty Support All major women's health subspecialties are readily available, including: Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Gynecologic Oncology

Urogynecology

Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility (regional partners)

This integrated system supports seamless referrals and comprehensive, patient-centered care. Women's Pavilion & Comprehensive Hospital Resources In Hospital care is delivered in the

Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for Women and Children , an eight-story, state-of-the-art facility designed for compassionate, family-centered care, featuring: Comprehensive women's and children's services

Dedicated OB Emergency Department

Dedicated Children's Emergency Department

Level III NICU. 24/7 Neonatologist and NICU team support

24/7 OB-dedicated anesthesia

Dedicated Women's OR suites with specialized surgical teams

Da Vinci Xi robotic systems (robotics available but not required)

Modern, elegant, patient-centered spaces

Who Thrives Here/Qualifications This role is well suited for OB/GYNs who: Are board certified/board eligible through ABMS or AOA and have current Florida medical license or ability to obtain one

Prefer a primarily clinical OB/GYN practice

Enjoy working with residents and medical students as part of daily clinical care

OB/GYN Residency Program to launch in Summer 2027

Value collaboration, stability, and work-life balance

Appreciate a community-based, team-oriented practice model

LRH offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive guaranteed base salary with productivity bonus, 403B, Medical Insurance, Paid Time Off, CME Allowance, CME Days, and Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage. ABOUT US:

For over 100 years, not-for-profit Lakeland Regional Health has provided exceptional inpatient and outpatient healthcare in over 35 specialties. LRH is a 910 bed academic state of the art teaching facility. LRH has achieved multiple workplace awards from highly reputable names including Aetna, Forbes and the Florida Hospital Association. Our 910-bed main campus operates a Level II Trauma Center, a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, the Bannasch Institute for Advanced Rehabilitation Medicine, and is home to one of the nation's busiest single site Emergency Department. We continue to grow as seen in our Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for Women and Children and Harrell Family Center for Behavioral Wellness. LRH is proud to collaborate with Nemours Children's Health System. Visit our

website

to learn more about our incredible culture and how we place people at the center of all we do. COMMUNITY:

Lakeland is a vibrant community conveniently located between Tampa and Orlando and was ranked #1 in

Business Insider's

"Top 10 Cities to Buy a House". Explore the diverse exhibitions at the Polk Museum of Art, stroll around any one of our breathtaking lakeside trails, parks and nature preserves. With just a short drive, you can enjoy Clearwater Beach, named the "#1 Beach in America" by Trip Advisor or have a blast at any one of Florida's world-renowned theme parks and attractions. There are over 150 schools in Polk County, including over 40 private school options, 6 Florida Arts schools, and nationally recognized workforce academies. Visit the

LAL Today

website to learn more about all that Lakeland has to offer. Please send your CV to

to learn more about this opportunity!