<p>A Houston, Texas hospital is recruiting a Board-Certified OB/GYN to serve as Medical Director of its OB Hospitalist Program — a dual-role position that blends direct inpatient obstetric care with program leadership, quality oversight, and team development. This is a compelling opportunity for an experienced OB/GYN hospitalist ready to step into a strategic leadership seat within a dynamic, high-volume labor and delivery environment, while benefiting from Texas's physician-friendly legal climate and zero state income tax.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Guaranteed hourly rate with additional holiday shift incentives</li> <li>Flexible scheduling with a minimum commitment of 7 shifts per month (24-hour shifts)</li> <li>Comprehensive health insurance coverage</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan</li> <li>Malpractice insurance coverage included</li> <li>CME allowance to support ongoing professional development</li> <li>Texas state income tax advantage — zero state income tax</li> <li>Physician-friendly legal environment in Texas</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Medical Director role leading a dedicated OB Hospitalist Program within a hospital-based setting in Houston, TX</li> <li>Combines direct patient care responsibilities with clinical program oversight and strategic development</li> <li>Minimum of 7 twenty-four-hour shifts per month with flexible scheduling around that baseline</li> <li>Collaborative practice model working alongside hospital staff and private attending physicians</li> <li>Active participation in hospital committees, quality initiatives, and program development efforts</li> <li>Responsibility for implementing best practices and maintaining compliance with hospital policies and accreditation standards</li> <li>Leadership scope includes team-building, clinical operations management, and cross-departmental collaboration</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board Certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) required</li> <li>Minimum 3 or more years of experience as an OB/GYN Hospitalist strongly preferred</li> <li>Demonstrated leadership experience in a hospital-based OB/GYN setting</li> <li>Strong communication and team-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across clinical and administrative stakeholders</li> <li>Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in Texas</li> <li>Ability to meet hospital-specific credentialing, policy compliance, and applicable accreditation requirements</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Houston is the fourth-largest city in the United States and one of the most culturally diverse metropolitan areas in the country, offering world-class dining, arts, professional sports, and a robust medical community anchored by the Texas Medical Center — the largest medical complex in the world. The cost of living remains competitive relative to other major metros, and the absence of a state income tax meaningfully increases take-home compensation. Physicians relocating to Houston gain access to excellent public and private schools, a mild climate, and easy international connectivity through two major airports.</p>