Obstetrics Hospitalist (MD/DO) Per Diem - UNC Health Johnston

This is a 100% inpatient, inhouse, Per Diem OB Hospitalist role offering a predictable schedule, strong clinical volumes, and the opportunity to help shape a growing program within the UNC Health system. This OB Hospitalist group will operate as a separate, dedicated team supporting labor and delivery services at Smithfield, with long‑term strategic growth planned for Johnston County.

Description

UNC Health Johnston - Smithfield, located in Smithfield, NC, has a new OB Hospitalist Program and is seeking experienced OB Hospitalist Physicians to join this exciting initiative. This is a 100% inpatient, inhouse, Per Diem OB Hospitalist role offering a predictable schedule, strong clinical volumes, and the opportunity to help shape a growing program within the UNC Health system.

This OB Hospitalist group will operate as a separate, dedicated team supporting labor and delivery services at Smithfield, with long‑term strategic growth planned for Johnston County.

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Position Highlights

• New OB Hospitalist program began April 1, 2026
• Employed position within UNC Health Medical Group
• Dedicated OB Hospitalist model — no outpatient clinic
• Level II NICU at UNC Health Johnston – Smithfield
• Strong, established referral base with consistent clinical volume
• Opportunity to participate in program development and growth

Position Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 in‑house Per Diem OB Hospitalist coverage
• Manage obstetric triage, labor, delivery, and postpartum care
• Perform all deliveries at the Smithfield campus
• Provide GYN care for cases presenting through the Emergency Department
• Care for:
• • Unassigned patients presenting to the ED
  • Patients from the UNCHMG Traditional OB/GYN group at Smithfield
• Collaborate with CNMs, nursing staff, anesthesia, and hospital leadership
• Support quality initiatives, patient safety, and team‑based care

Schedule

• 24/7 in‑house coverage required

• 1-2 (24hr) per diem shifts per month
• One OB Hospitalist in house per week
• Physicians must remain in‑house during shifts
• No outpatient or call‑back responsibilities

Candidate Requirements

• MD or DO

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Prior OB Hospitalist experience required
• ACLS certification required

Compensation

• Competitive OB Hospitalist Per Diem Hourly Rate
• Paid malpractice insurance

About Smithfield, North Carolina

Smithfield offers the charm of a close‑knit community with the convenience of being just 30 minutes from Raleigh. The area features affordable housing, a relaxed lifestyle, easy commutes, and access to shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy a slower pace of life while remaining close to the cultural, academic, and professional opportunities of the Research Triangle.

CONTACT

cindy.leonard@unchealth.unc.edu

(984) 974-4667

 *No recruitment agency solicitation

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Job Details

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

Entity: UNCHMG

Organization Unit: Network Physician Recruitment

Work Type: Per Diem

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Variable

Location of Job: US:NC:Smithfield

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

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.