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Overview

Job Title: OB Hospitalist
Employment Type: Full-Time
Organization: Central Maine Healthcare
Location: Lewiston, Maine

Position Overview

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Full-Time OB Hospitalist to join its women's health team serving the Central Maine region. The OB Hospitalist will provide comprehensive inpatient obstetric care and labor & delivery coverage in Lewiston, ME.

This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with OB/GYN physicians, certified nurse midwives, nursing staff, anesthesiology, neonatology, and emergency department teams to provide high-quality, patient-centered obstetric care in a supportive hospital environment. We also have a pediatric hospitalist service in-house with a level two NICU as well as in-house anesthesia.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off and CME allowance
• Relocation assistance may be available
• J-1 eligible
• Loan forgiveness opportunities

Additional Recruitment Benefits

• Employment with a nonprofit healthcare organization may provide eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)Program for qualified physicians.*
• J-1 visa sponsorship and/or J-1 waiver sponsorship may be available on a case-by-case basis for qualified candidates.**
• We welcome inquiries from physicians requiring visa sponsorship and encourage interested candidates to discuss their individual circumstances with our Physician Recruitment team.

* Disclaimer: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility is determined by federal program requirements, not the employing entity.
**Disclaimer: Visa sponsorship is evaluated on a case-by-case basis and is subject to organizational approval, position requirements, immigration eligibility, and applicable federal and state regulations. J-1 Visa Waiver eligibility is determined by state health departments and federal government agencies, not the employer.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient obstetric care including labor management, triage evaluations, vaginal deliveries, emergency obstetric procedures, gynecologial emergency room coverage, and postpartum care.
• Serve as the on-site physician for labor and delivery coverage, responding to obstetric emergencies and urgent patient care needs.
• Collaborate closely with community OB/GYN physicians, certified nurse midwives, nursing teams, anesthesiology, neonatology, and hospital staff to ensure safe and efficient patient care.
• Perform obstetric procedures consistent with training and credentialing, including operative vaginal deliveries and cesarean sections when indicated.
• Evaluate and manage obstetric patients presenting through the emergency department or labor and delivery triage.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, patient safety initiatives, and quality improvement programs focused on maternal and neonatal outcomes.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and thorough documentation within the electronic medical record system.
• Support system-wide clinical protocols and evidence-based practices aligned with Prime Healthcare standards.
• Provide coverage across affiliated hospital campuses as part of an integrated OB Hospitalist program.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Fellowship training or prior experience in OB Hospitalist/Laborist practice preferred, but not required
• Eligible for or able to obtain a Maine medical license
• Active DEA registration
• Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NRP preferred
• Strong clinical, surgical, communication, and collaborative skills

Pay Transparency

Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $328,000 to $372,000. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

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Days