OB/GYN - Medical Director & Laborist - Syracuse, NY

St. Josephs Health is seeking an experienced Board Certified OB/GYN Physician for a hybrid leadership opportunity. This unique role combines 0.9 FTE Laborist clinical duties with 0.1 FTE Medical Director administrative leadership duties, offering the opportunity to practice high quality obstetrics while helping shape the strategic direction, quality, and culture of our robust OB/GYN program. With a sustainable schedule, strong subspecialty support, and a physician friendly environment, this role is ideal for experienced OBGYN Physicians looking to make an impact on the Syracuse, NY community.

Position Details:

• Seven 24 hour shifts per month (full time equivalent) with no additional call, offering a work-life balance advantage
• Management of laboring patients, including routine and complex deliveries
• Supported by a strong team of midwives, OB/GYN partners, and subspecialists
• Access to robotics, advanced minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, and full gynecologic surgical support

Medical Director Leadership Responsibilities:

• Partner with administrative leadership to oversee departmental operations including department budgeting, policy development, and protocol updates
• Lead quality improvement initiatives, utilization review, and clinical performance metrics
• Oversee clinical documentation, care planning, and peer review
• Participate in Provider recruitment, onboarding, mentorship and performance review
• Ensure a patient centered, high quality standard of care across the division

Opportunity Highlights:

• Provide in hospital obstetric coverage for low to high-risk deliveries at St. Josephs Hospital
• Opportunity to develop and lead a robust Women & Infants service line
• Level III NICU at St. Josephs Hospital
• Level III Ultrasound services, strong MFM Physician support and midwifery support (inpatient, full scope midwifery, and laborist coverage)
• Access to robotics, advanced minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, and full gynecologic surgical support
• Supportive leadership that prioritizes sustainability and Provider well being
• System volume: 1,600 deliveries annually

Qualifications:

• Board Certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Laborist or obstetric focused experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated interest or experience in leadership and quality initiatives
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problemsolving skills
• Commitment to high-quality, patient centered care

Recruitment Package:

• Compensation: $325,000-$340,000 per year
• Additional Shift Compensation
• $50,000 starting bonus
• $25,000 retention bonus at beginning of year 2
• $25,000 retention bonus at beginning of year 3
• The posted salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and does not include productivity bonuses, quality incentives, extra shifts, or other cash compensation. Compensation may vary based on experience and other factors in accordance with state law.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage
• Paid malpractice, including tail coverage
• CME time & $4,500 annual expense allowance
• Paid time away from the practice
• 403b Retirement savings program
• Loan Repayment: Our institution qualifies as an eligible employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program