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Obstetric Hospitalist - San Diego County, CA

Employer
Southwest Physician Opportunities
Location
Escondido, California
Salary
Commensurate
Closing date
Jul 3, 2026
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Specialty
Hospital Medicine, Nocturnist
Position Type
Physician
Hours
Full Time
Organization Type
Hospital / Medical Center
Employment Type
Permanent

Job Details

Job Description
Obstetric Hospitalist - Palomar Health San Diego County, CA
Become part of a collaborative, patient-centered team dedicated to advancing maternal care. This opportunity is ideal for physicians who value strong collegial relationships, clinical excellence, and a flexible schedule that supports both local and traveling clinicians.
Position Overview
This is a 100% inpatient Obstetrics Hospitalist role focused on delivering high-quality, full-scope obstetric care in a dynamic hospital setting. Responsibilities include labor and delivery coverage, OB triage, antepartum and postpartum care, and emergency department consultations.

You'll work closely with a multidisciplinary team in a Level III NICU-equipped facility, ensuring the highest level of care for mothers and newborns.

Flexible scheduling is available, including day and night shifts, with block scheduling options for traveling physicians.
Key Responsibilities
  • Manage labor and delivery, ensuring safe maternal and neonatal outcomes
  • Provide comprehensive obstetric care across prenatal, antenatal, and postpartum settings
  • Respond to OB emergencies and ED consults
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and specialty teams to deliver coordinated care
Qualifications
  • MD or DO from an accredited institution
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Active California medical license (or eligibility)
  • Strong surgical and obstetric emergency management skills
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Benefits
  • Competitive compensation
  • Access to advanced medical technology and a modern clinical environment
  • Supportive, team-based culture focused on quality and collaboration

Why Palomar Health?
Be part of an organization committed to reimagining healthcare through compassion, excellence, and integrity-while practicing in one of California's most desirable regions.

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