<p>A 294-bed acute care facility in Stockton, California is recruiting Board Certified or Board Eligible OB/GYN Hospitalists to join a newly structured, two-physician in-house model providing 24/7 labor and delivery coverage. The position is fully employed, obstetrics-focused, and supported by on-site neonatology, maternal-fetal medicine, anesthesia, and a Level III NICU — a subspecialty infrastructure rarely available outside a major academic center. With a salary range reaching $483,000 and a $40,000 sign-on bonus, this role offers a compelling combination of clinical depth, work-life balance, and Central Valley affordability.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Salary range: $302,000 – $483,000 annually (employed position)</li> <li>Sign-on bonus: $40,000 for physicians committing to 6–8 shifts per month with a start date before May 1, 2026</li> <li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance</li> <li>Full professional liability (malpractice) coverage included</li> <li>CME allowance provided</li> <li>Wellness programs available</li> <li>No billing or coding responsibilities — clinical focus only</li> <li>Teaching opportunities with family medicine and emergency medicine residents</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Two-physician in-house hospitalist model with true 24/7 coverage — no solo call</li> <li>6–8 twenty-four-hour shifts per month for full-time commitment, supporting strong work-life balance</li> <li>Obstetrics-primary scope with minimal gynecology — labor and delivery is the core focus</li> <li>24/7 on-site access to neonatology, pediatric hospitalist, maternal-fetal medicine, and anesthesia</li> <li>Level III NICU on campus for high-acuity neonatal support</li> <li>Supervise and teach residents on labor and delivery through new residency programs in emergency medicine and family medicine</li> <li>294-bed acute care facility recognized for cancer, cardiac, and women's services</li> <li>Collaborative environment with an engaged nursing team and a supportive medical director</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>MD or DO degree required</li> <li>Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG or AOBOG)</li> <li>Completion of an OB/GYN residency; recent graduates are welcome to apply</li> <li>Experienced OB/GYN physicians are equally encouraged</li> <li>Active California medical license or demonstrated ability to obtain one</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Stockton sits at the center of California's Central Valley, offering housing costs that are a fraction of coastal California while keeping San Francisco, Sacramento, and Lake Tahoe all within easy driving distance. The surrounding region features year-round sunshine, world-class wineries in nearby Lodi, and abundant outdoor recreation along the Delta waterways. For physicians relocating from high cost-of-living markets, Stockton delivers genuine financial breathing room without sacrificing access to everything the Golden State has to offer.</p>