A 128-bed community hospital in Bergen County, New Jersey — 15 miles from Midtown Manhattan — is recruiting an experienced, board-certified OB/GYN physician to serve as Medical Director of its OB/GYN Hospitalist program. This is a dual-track leadership and clinical role: six 24-hour in-house shifts per month paired with direct oversight of program development, provider team management, and executive-level strategic partnership. The compensation package — base plus Medical Director stipend totaling $378,000–$433,000 annually, with an additional $50,000 stipend — reflects the seniority and scope of the position. Physicians coming from OB/GYN hospitalist practice or private practice with leadership ambitions will find a clear, well-resourced platform here.
Perks and Benefits
- Total annual compensation of $378,000–$433,000 (base salary plus Medical Director stipend)
- Separate Medical Director stipend of $50,000 annually, in addition to the above range
- Sign-on bonus of up to $40,000
- Relocation assistance of up to $25,000
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Professional liability coverage included; no billing or coding responsibilities
- CME allowance provided
- Well-being resources and support programs
- Access to a national OB/GYN hospitalist network for peer collaboration and professional development
Practice Highlights
- Six 24-hour in-house shifts per month — a predictable, structured clinical schedule
- On-call duties required as part of the Medical Director role
- 128-bed community hospital serving Bergen County, one of New Jersey's most densely populated and well-resourced counties
- Medical Director responsibilities include leading clinical quality initiatives and overseeing day-to-day clinical operations of the OB/GYN hospitalist program
- Direct oversight of the provider team, including performance management and team development
- Strategic partnership with hospital executives on program direction and growth
- Responsibility for developing and implementing OB/GYN hospitalist program infrastructure and protocols
- Collaborative relationship-building across hospital service lines and departments
- Integration with a national OB/GYN hospitalist network, providing access to best practices, benchmarking, and peer support
Qualifications
- MD or DO with board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Active New Jersey medical license or demonstrated ability to obtain licensure
- Prior OB/GYN hospitalist experience or a background in OB/GYN private practice with leadership exposure strongly preferred
- Leadership experience preferred — program development, team oversight, or administrative roles are advantageous
- Comfort with the full clinical scope of an OB/GYN hospitalist, including labor management, obstetric emergencies, and gynecologic coverage
About the Community
Westwood is a walkable, tree-lined borough in Bergen County — consistently ranked among the best places to live in New Jersey — offering top-rated public schools, a charming downtown with independent shops and restaurants, and a genuine sense of community. The location delivers suburban quality of life without sacrificing urban access: NJ Transit puts Midtown Manhattan 15 miles away, making world-class dining, theater, and culture a routine option rather than a special occasion. Bergen County's diverse communities, excellent healthcare infrastructure, and abundant parks and green space make it a compelling long-term home for physicians relocating with families or seeking a high-quality lifestyle close to one of the world's great cities.