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 employed, obstetrics-focused, and built around a schedule of 6–8 twenty-four-hour shifts per month — a structure that delivers genuine work-life balance without sacrificing clinical depth. The facility carries recognition for cancer, cardiac, and women's services, operates a Level III NICU, and supports active residency programs in emergency and family medicine, creating a rich teaching environment for hospitalists who want academic engagement without an academic grind. Compensation ranges from $302,000 to $483,000 annually, with a $40,000 sign-on bonus available for qualifying candidates.
Perks and Benefits
- Annual salary range: $302,000 – $483,000
- Sign-on bonus of $40,000 for candidates committing to 6–8 shifts per month with a start date before May 1, 2026
- Employed position with comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- Full professional liability (malpractice) coverage included
- CME allowance provided
- Wellness programs available
- No billing or coding responsibilities — clinical focus only
- Teaching opportunities with family medicine and emergency medicine residents
Practice Highlights
- Two-physician in-house hospitalist model with true 24/7 coverage — no solo overnight exposure
- Schedule of 6–8 twenty-four-hour shifts per month for full-time commitment, supporting strong work-life balance
- Obstetrics-primary scope with minimal gynecology — ideal for clinicians who want to stay sharply focused on L&D
- Supervision of family medicine and emergency medicine residents on labor and delivery
- 24/7 on-site access to neonatology, pediatric hospitalist, maternal-fetal medicine, and anesthesia specialists
- Level III NICU on campus — full subspecialty support for high-acuity obstetric cases
- 294-bed acute care facility recognized for cancer, cardiac, and women's services
- Engaged nursing team and a supportive medical director in a team-oriented departmental culture
- Active residency programs in emergency medicine and family medicine on site
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree required
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology through ABOG or AOBOG
- Recent residency graduates are welcome; experienced OB/GYN physicians are equally encouraged
- Active California medical license or demonstrated ability to obtain licensure
- Comfort with full-scope obstetric management in a high-acuity, subspecialty-supported environment
About the Community
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 region enjoys year-round sunshine, access to the scenic Delta waterways for boating and outdoor recreation, and proximity to world-class wineries in nearby Lodi. For physicians relocating from higher cost-of-living markets, Stockton represents a rare opportunity to maximize a strong compensation package while remaining firmly within reach of everything Northern California has to offer.