Part-Time OB Hospitalist, Predictable Schedule & Benefits, St. Charles County, MO

OB Hospitalist Opportunity

Progress West Hospital is seeking a Part-Time OB Hospitalist to join an established and growing Women's Services program. This recruitment supports leadership's goal of transitioning from PRN coverage to a dedicated physician position, providing consistent inpatient obstetrical coverage.

Practice Details:

• Flexible 0.6 FTE schedule
• One 24-hour shift per week (approximately 24 hours/week)
• Predominantly weekend coverage
• No outpatient clinic responsibilities
• Established team with strong hospital support
• Growing OB program with expanding physician recruitment
• Call room provided with workspace, recliner, bed, computer, and amenities

Clinical Responsibilities:

Provide 24/7 emergency obstetrical coverage, including:

• Labor and delivery support
• Postpartum emergencies
• OB patient evaluations
• Pregnancy-related bleeding
• Urinary tract infections during pregnancy
• Other emergent obstetrical concerns
• Current platform includes four OB Hospitalists (0.9 FTE each)

Schedule:

• Part-time commitment: 1 shift per week
• 24-hour shifts
• Approximately 90% weekend coverage
• Most commonly:
  • Friday 7:00 AM to Saturday 7:00 AM
• Workload varies by shift:
  • Periods of minimal activity
  • Periods with frequent patient calls and evaluations

Program Growth:

• Nearly 1,000 annual deliveries
• Growth expected with:
  • Addition of two OB/GYN physicians
  • Recruitment of a third OB/GYN for BJC Medical Group

Compensation & Benefits:

Hourly Rates:

• Weekday Rate: $125/hour
• Weekend Rate: $150/hour
  • Friday 7:00 AM to Saturday 7:00 AM shift:
    • First 12 hours paid at $125/hour
    • Second 12 hours paid at $150/hour

Benefits:

• Pro-rated PTO based on FTE and years of BJC service
• 401(k) with employer match
• Standard BJC benefits package (pro-rated based on FTE)

For additional information please contact:

Rachel Murray
Advisor, Talent - Physician
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