<p>A 536-bed acute care facility in Tampa, Florida — recognized as a "Best Maternity Hospital" in 2025 — is recruiting a board-certified OB/GYN physician to serve as Medical Director of its OB/GYN Hospitalist program. This is a dual-role position that blends hands-on clinical practice with meaningful program leadership: overseeing the physician team, driving simulation training, and mentoring residents, all within a structured shift model that preserves genuine work-life balance. Tampa Bay's no-state-income-tax environment and Gulf Coast lifestyle make this one of the more compelling leadership opportunities in women's health right now.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive hourly compensation plus a dedicated Medical Director stipend</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision details available upon inquiry)</li> <li>Florida NICA annual fee covered by the facility</li> <li>Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage included</li> <li>CME allowance provided</li> <li>No billing or coding responsibilities — clinical and leadership focus only</li> <li>Florida has no state income tax, maximizing take-home earnings</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>5–7 twenty-four-hour in-house shifts per month — a schedule designed for sustainable work-life balance</li> <li>Full in-house coverage model: labor and delivery management, unassigned OB patients, and emergent gynecology cases</li> <li>Medical Director responsibilities include oversight of the OB/GYN hospitalist physician team and program development</li> <li>Leads team drills and simulation training to maintain and elevate clinical readiness across the unit</li> <li>Active teaching environment with OB/GYN resident mentorship integrated into the role</li> <li>536-bed acute care facility with a labor and delivery program nationally recognized as a "Best Maternity Hospital" (2025)</li> <li>Scope encompasses general OB support and emergent gynecologic surgery coverage</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>MD or DO with board certification by ABOG (American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology) or AOBOG (American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology)</li> <li>Minimum 2 years of clinical experience beyond residency training</li> <li>Current, active delivery skills and proficiency in emergent gynecologic surgery required</li> <li>Leadership experience preferred — prior hospitalist program, department, or team leadership is a strong asset</li> <li>Active Florida medical license or demonstrated ability to obtain licensure</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Tampa Bay delivers a full Florida lifestyle — year-round sunshine, Gulf Coast beaches, boating, and an outdoor culture that extends well beyond the workday. The metro supports professional sports franchises (Buccaneers, Lightning, Rays), a nationally recognized culinary scene, and the historic character of Ybor City, all at a cost of living that compares favorably to other major metros. Families benefit from strong school options and proximity to theme parks and cultural attractions, while the absence of state income tax adds meaningful financial upside for physicians at any career stage.</p>