OB Hospitalist Opportunity 100% Inpatient Practice Level III NICU 7-8 Shifts/Month
St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible OB/GYN physician to join our growing OB/GYN Hospitalist Program. This is an outstanding opportunity to enjoy a 100% inpatient practice within a supportive, physician-led health system while making a meaningful impact on women's healthcare throughout Northeast Arkansas.
Practice Highlights
• 100% inpatient practice with no clinic responsibilities
• Schedule of 7-8, 24-hour shifts per 28-day block
• Join a collaborative and expanding OB/GYN Hospitalist team
• Opportunity for academic involvement with Family Medicine residents and medical students
• Supported by Nurse Practitioners and Family Medicine residents
• Physician leadership opportunities in patient safety and quality initiatives
Women's Services & Hospital Resources
• St. Bernards Medical Center 457-bed regional referral center
• Approximately 1,845 deliveries annually
• 13 Labor-Delivery-Recovery rooms
• 3 observation rooms and 2 dedicated operating rooms on Labor & Delivery
• 19-bed Level IIIA NICU providing advanced neonatal care
• Strong support from maternal-fetal medicine, pediatrics, anesthesia, neonatology, and surgical specialists
Position Responsibilities
• Provide inpatient care for unassigned obstetrical patients presenting to Labor & Delivery or the Emergency Department
• Assist private practice physicians with emergency situations and requested deliveries
• Provide backup and consultative support to the Family Medicine Residency Program
• Manage inpatient gynecologic consultations as needed
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive compensation package
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and retirement benefits
• CME allowance and paid CME time
• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
• Generous paid time off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• H-1B sponsorship available for qualified candidates
Why St. Bernards?
• Largest healthcare system in Northeast Arkansas
• Mission-driven, not-for-profit healthcare organization
• Physician-led culture focused on collaboration and excellence
• Strong administrative support and commitment to physician wellness
• Regional service area exceeding 700,000 residents across 23 counties
Why Jonesboro?
• Home to Arkansas State University and a thriving university community
• Affordable cost of living with excellent public and private schools
• Family-friendly community with abundant outdoor recreation, restaurants, arts, and entertainment
• Located just over one hour from Memphis, Tennessee and Memphis International Airport
If you are seeking a rewarding OB/GYN Hospitalist opportunity with excellent work-life balance, strong clinical support, academic engagement, and a growing regional referral center, we invite you to explore a future with St. Bernards Medical Center.
