OB Hospitalist - Boise, ID

Our organization is a multi-specialty group practice with over 650 providers, presenting an exceptional opportunity for a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Obstetrician to become part of a well-established OB hospitalist team consisting of five physicians. This program, which has been operational since 2009, is the first of its kind in Idaho. The available schedules are as follows: full-time (1.0 FTE): 154 twelve-hour shifts annually, or part-time (0.5 FTE): 77 twelve-hour shifts per year. There is no on-call duty required.

The OB Hospitalist physicians at our organization act as patient safety coordinators in Labor and Delivery, collaborating with Maternal Fetal Medicine specialists, OB/GYN doctors, Family Medicine practitioners, and Certified Nurse Midwives to provide comprehensive 24/7 care at the Family Maternity Center, which sees over 1,400 deliveries each year and maintains a low cesarean rate of 21% for first-time mothers.

As a military-friendly employer, we are dedicated to assisting physicians transitioning from military service to civilian practice. Our team includes several veteran physicians who understand the unique challenges faced during this transition and are committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment that empowers physicians to thrive in their civilian careers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the antepartum service and function as MFM extenders.
• Triage incoming pregnant patients.
• Address obstetric emergencies, including trauma cases.
• Provide consultations for Certified Nurse Midwives and Family Medicine physicians.
• Assist in surgeries and provide backup for OB/GYN physicians.
• Manage labor and deliveries for patients without an assigned provider or when their providers are unavailable.
• No on-call, office, or GYN responsibilities!

Maternity Services Overview: Our facility serves as a regional referral center, featuring two Maternal Fetal Medicine specialists, 24-hour in-house anesthesia coverage, a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, on-site gynecologic oncology, interventional radiology, pediatric surgery, and pediatric gastroenterology. Additionally, we are the only ACS verified Level II Trauma Center in the region. The OB hospitalists also have the privilege of caring for women involved in the Refugee Resettlement program within the community.

Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialists deliver comprehensive obstetric care, dedicated to supporting patients and their families through complex pregnancies while ensuring high-quality perinatal care. They collaborate with primary obstetricians, hospitalists, and neonatologists as necessary to provide optimal care. Our Maternal-Fetal Medicine department has received special recognition and accreditation from the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM), highlighting our commitment to excellence in diagnostic ultrasound services.

Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) offers the highest standard of care for infants. This NICU provides 24-hour, full-service specialty care, allowing families from Boise and surrounding areas in Idaho and eastern Oregon to access expert treatment close to home. The NICU employs a team approach, fostering collaboration between parents and our skilled staff to achieve outcomes that surpass national benchmarks. Through specialized programs developed by our neonatologists and NICU staff, the length of stay and complication rates at our NICU are significantly lower than the national average.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree.
• Completion of an accredited ACGME/AOA Obstetrics & Gynecology Residency.
• Certification by the ABOG or the ability to obtain such certification within three years of employment.
• Possession of an Idaho medical license and privileges at our facility in Boise.
• Preferred qualities include teamwork, leadership, adherence to protocols, and strong surgical and OB sonography skills.

Recruitment Package Includes:

• Sign-On Bonuses
• Relocation Assistance
• CME Funding
• Malpractice Insurance (including tail coverage)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (403b)