Obstetrics and Gynecology - Physician

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is in search of a full-time physician leader specializing in Complex Family Planning (CFP) to spearhead a comprehensive reproductive health initiative at our medical center.

In this position, you will enhance access to advanced contraceptive options, high-risk family planning services, and evidence-based abortion care, while also fostering education, quality enhancement, and system integration. This role includes dedicated administrative time for program development, alongside a clinical practice that emphasizes consultative and outpatient care, with minimal hospital responsibilities.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced contraceptive services, including long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) such as Nexplanon and both hormonal and copper IUDs.
• Manage patients with complex medical histories requiring tailored contraceptive planning.
• Standardize contraceptive practices and protocols within the medical center and engage in strategic alignment with the Women’s Health Service Line.
• Provide consultations for high-risk family planning for patients with intricate medical, surgical, or obstetric conditions.
• Collaborate with subspecialties, including maternal-fetal medicine, oncology, and cardiology.
• Offer preconception and interpregnancy counseling.
• Provide comprehensive, patient-centered guidance on pregnancy options.
• Develop partnerships with college-based clinics to offer STI screening, treatment, and contraceptive services.

Program Development & Procedures

• Create and standardize policies and procedures for medical and surgical abortion services across the system.
• Collaborate with pharmacy leadership to ensure safe and compliant medication workflows.
• Establish evidence-based clinical guidelines and maintain consistency across various sites.
• Provide training, proctoring, and consultative support for dilation and evacuation (D&E) procedures.
• Enhance internal competencies and minimize reliance on external resources when feasible.

Partnerships & System Integration

• Form a formal partnership with community organizations such as Planned Parenthood.
• Create efficient referral pathways for complex cases and services not available within the organization.
• Enhance care coordination and continuity across different systems.

Hospital-Based Responsibilities

• Participate in OB hospitalist shifts as part of call responsibilities.
• Potentially engage in backup gynecology call, depending on system needs.

Administrative & Leadership Duties

• Develop and implement a comprehensive Complex Family Planning (CFP) program.
• Standardize clinical protocols and workflows across various sites.
• Collaborate with leadership in the Women’s Health Service Line.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and establish program metrics.
• Support provider education and workforce development.

Qualifications

• MD/DO with board certification or eligibility in Obstetrics & Gynecology.
• Proven experience in complex contraception and high-risk family planning consultative care.
• Training and/or experience in both medical and surgical abortion care, with a commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered reproductive healthcare.
• Experience in leading program development, quality improvement, and/or clinical operations across multiple sites is preferred.
• Strong skills in collaboration, communication, and stakeholder engagement.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in California.

Join Us and Enjoy

• A comprehensive benefits and compensation package, including a continuing medical education (CME) allowance.
• A retirement program.
• Relocation assistance, if applicable.

Organization Overview

Our organization provides a uniquely physician-aligned environment that is large enough to support innovation and investment while remaining local enough to maintain the autonomy, relationships, and purpose that are vital to clinicians.

We are a leading multi-specialty medical group with over 400 physicians serving the greater San Francisco area. Our group collaborates with a non-profit organization to deliver care, allowing physicians to work as a cohesive team focused on patient-centered care, supported by an administrative framework that enables clinicians to prioritize their patients.

• A strong, collegial culture among physicians.
• Extensive subspecialty expertise across various disciplines.
• A commitment to growth, quality, and patient-centered care.
• Competitive compensation, generous benefits, and a robust retirement program.

Community Information - Living in San Francisco

San Francisco presents a unique blend of professional opportunities, intellectual vibrancy, and quality of life for physicians interested in innovation and making an impact.

As a global center for healthcare innovation, life sciences, and research, the city attracts forward-thinking clinicians and collaborators who are shaping the future of medicine. Its strong academic environment and dedication to equity and access create an appealing backdrop for advancing healthcare.

Outside of work, San Francisco offers an exceptional lifestyle, featuring world-class dining, arts, and culture, along with easy access to Northern California’s natural beauty, from coastal trails to wine country. The region’s diverse communities foster both personal fulfillment and professional growth.

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