Obstetric Hospitalist - San Diego County, CA

Job Description

Obstetric Hospitalist – Palomar Health | San Diego County, CA
Become part of a collaborative, patient-centered team dedicated to advancing maternal care. This opportunity is ideal for physicians who value strong collegial relationships, clinical excellence, and a flexible schedule that supports both local and traveling clinicians.

This is a 100% inpatient Obstetrics Hospitalist role focused on delivering high-quality, full-scope obstetric care in a dynamic hospital setting. Responsibilities include labor and delivery coverage, OB triage, antepartum and postpartum care, and emergency department consultations.

You’ll work closely with a multidisciplinary team in a Level III NICU-equipped facility , ensuring the highest level of care for mothers and newborns.

Flexible scheduling is available, including day and night shifts , with block scheduling options for traveling physicians .

• Manage labor and delivery, ensuring safe maternal and neonatal outcomes
• Provide comprehensive obstetric care across prenatal, antenatal, and postpartum settings
• Respond to OB emergencies and ED consults
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and specialty teams to deliver coordinated care

• MD or DO from an accredited institution
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Active California medical license (or eligibility)
• Strong surgical and obstetric emergency management skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

• Competitive compensation
• Access to advanced medical technology and a modern clinical environment
• Supportive, team-based culture focused on quality and collaboration

Why Palomar Health?
Be part of an organization committed to reimagining healthcare through compassion, excellence, and integrity—while practicing in one of California’s most desirable regions.

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