Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (MD/DO) Rural Health Fellowship

40 minutes: Greensboro (NC’s third-largest city) – multiple colleges/universities, nightlife, wineries, breweries, fine dining, Piedmont Triad International Airport, family attractions (Greensboro Science Center, Children’s Museum, Minor League Baseball), Greensboro Coliseum (NCAA tournaments, major concerts), and Tanger Center for the Performing Arts (Broadway tours, symphony, comedy, concerts). o Connection with learners and colleagues who share your passion for rural health through: § UNC SOM Fully Integrated Readiness for Service (FIRST) Training Program, a service-oriented pipeline addressing workforce shortages in rural and underserved North Carolina communities.

Description

UNC School of Medicine Rural OB/GYN Fellowship - with Attending-Level Compensation

The UNC School of Medicine, in partnership with UNC Health Medical Group, proudly offers a one-or two-year Rural Obstetrics & Gynecology Fellowship, the first of its kind in the nation, training physician leaders to deliver exceptional women’s healthcare in rural maternal health.

Fellowship Highlights

• Individually Tailored Training

o Program customized to your career goals with a dedicated faculty mentor

o Leadership, Administrative, and Research Development up to 50% if desired

• Robust Clinical Practice

o Comprehensive OB/GYN practice at a single fellowship site in Eden, NC

o Close collaboration with 2 experienced clinical partners.

o Potential for a 100% clinical fellowship if desired

• Excellent opportunity for couples match or to join with a co-resident, accepting 1–2 fellows per  year
• Rural Health Training Community

o Connection with learners and colleagues who share your passion for rural health through:

§ UNC SOM Fully Integrated Readiness for Service (FIRST) Training Program, a service-oriented pipeline addressing workforce shortages in rural and underserved North Carolina communities

§ Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) 

Compensation & Benefits

• Attending-Level compensation
• Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, several supplemental benefits available)
• Generous time off: Front-loaded vacation time starting at 37 days/year, CME time & financial support
• Retirement: 403(b) with attractive match and 457(b)
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of employment
• Paid Professional Expenses: NC medical license, board certification, professional society dues, DEA fee, medical malpractice insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness(PSLF) eligible employer
• Employment through UNC Health Medical Group

UNC Health Rockingham - Fellowship Site Highlights

• UNC Women’s Health at Eden

o Well-established practice serving the community for over 25 years

o Join a collegial team of two full-time OB/GYNs, one FNP, and per diem OB/GYNs

• Call 1:5 – 1:6 target call schedule supported by dedicated per diem coverage (actual schedule may vary, but call burden is designed to be sustainable and attractive)  
• Balanced Practice: 50/50 mix of OB and GYN
• High-Quality:UNC Health Rockingham’s Birthing Center recognized as “High Performing” for maternity care by U.S. News & World Report.
• EPIC EMR with Abridge Ambient AI Scribe
• 2026 Recipient of $40 Million in NC Care Funds will strengthen patient access, enhance critical infrastructure, and expand regional health services for our community
• Comprehensive Active Medical Staff of 177 Clinicians

Community - Living in Eden, North Carolina

Located in the Piedmont Triad region of central North Carolina near the Virginia border, Eden offers:

• • Small-town charm with a strong sense of community
  • Abundant outdoor recreation along rivers and trails, historic downtown festivals, golf courses, and more
  • Quiet, scenic living with plentiful green space in Eden and Rockingham County—without sacrificing convenience
  • Affordable cost of living
  • Above-average public schools
  • Temperate four-season climate

  Central to the best of North Carolina and Virginia:

  • 35 minutes: Danville & Martinsville, VA – Caesars Casino, Martinsville Speedway, Museum of Natural History, Museum of Fine Arts, science center, parks, and trails
  • 40 minutes: Greensboro (NC’s third-largest city) – multiple colleges/universities, nightlife, wineries, breweries, fine dining, Piedmont Triad International Airport, family attractions (Greensboro Science Center, Children’s Museum, Minor League Baseball), Greensboro Coliseum (NCAA tournaments, major concerts), and Tanger Center for the Performing Arts (Broadway tours, symphony, comedy, concerts)
  • 2 hours or less: Chapel Hill, NC, Roanoke, VA; Blue Ridge Parkway and Appalachian Mountains, Charlotte, and Raleigh
  • 4 hours: Coastal destinations in Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina

Eligibility

• MD/DO with completed ACGME-accredited OB/GYN residency
  
• Eligible for NC medical licensure & ABOG oral boards
• Demonstrated professionalism and a strong commitment to rural healthcare

Contact   

Cindy Leonard, Physician Recruiter
Cell: (336) 736-6382

cindy.leonard@unchealth.unc.edu

Key Words: OBGYN Hospitalist, OB Hospitalist, OB/GYN, OB-GYN, Obstetrics, Gynecology, Physician, Medical Doctor, MD, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, DO

Job Details

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

Entity: UNC Health Medical Group

Organization Unit: UNC Womens Health at Eden

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Variable

Location of Job: US:NC:Eden

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes

This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.