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OB Hospitalist
Company : Legacy Health
Location : Portland, OR, 97227-1623
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Overview
At Legacy, we are committed to making life better for others by providing state-of-the-art care with compassion. If this is how you view your work as an OB/GYN, we invite you to consider joining our community.
This OB/GYN Hospitalist position is part of Legacy Medical Group and is shared between Legacy Mount Hood (LMH) Medical Center in Gresham, OR and Randall Children’s (RCH) /Legacy Emanuel Hospital (LEH) in Portland, OR. At LMH you will be part of Legacy Medical Group (LMG).
This shared position offers the unique opportunity to work as an OB/GYN Hospitalist in a collaborative community setting at Legacy Mount Hood AND on a high-risk teaching service at a referral hospital in close collaboration with Maternal Fetal Medicine at Randall Children’s Hospital.
The LMH OB/GYN Hospitalist covers the Family Birth Center including high-risk and unassigned patients. The hospitalist works closely with a 24/7 in-house CNM, who manages their own low-risk OB patients and first assists on C-sections. LMH outpatient clinic physicians provide OB/GYN back-up for emergencies and complex surgeries. The group works closely with Legacy Medical Group Maternal Fetal Medicine physicians, who have a clinic presence during the week and collaborate on pregnant people requiring transfer to Randall Children’s for a higher level of care.
At RCH/LEMC the OB/GYN hospitalist supports the inpatient needs of the Legacy Medical Group (LMG) Maternal Fetal Medicine service and supervises Family Medicine and Obstetric/Gynecology residents (switch the order of these) from Oregon Health & Science University (corrected title). Other responsibilities include backup to the employed Certified Nurse Midwifery (change to CNM to be consistent with prior paragraph) practice, coverage for unassigned labor/triage patients, and support of our private practice OB/GYN colleagues as needed (i.e. C-section assisting).
The OB/GYN Hospitalist is responsible for Emergency Department and inpatient gynecologic consults and emergencies (miscarriage, ovarian torsion, ectopic pregnancy) at both hospitals. Both hospitals provide 24/7 in house Anesthesia coverage.
Shifts are either 12 or 24 hours, starting at 7 am. These shifts are in-house where there is a well-appointed call room. Weekend shifts are split evenly among the group of employees, as are holidays which are on a rotating schedule.
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Graduate of four-year U.S. Medical School or equivalent with residency completed in OB/GYN
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in OB-GYN.
- Unrestricted license to practice medicine in Oregon
- Current BLS from the American Heart Association required.
- Bilingual a plus!
Required procedures/skills:
- Full OB scope of both low and high-risk pregnancies including NSVD, operative vaginal delivery, cesarean section, management of third stage labor, hemorrhage, level 1 ultrasound, repair of episiotomy and lacerations, VBAC. .
- Gynecology procedures including D&C, minor and major laparoscopy with adnexal surgery (oophorectomy, cystectomy, salpingectomy, ectopic), tubal ligation (laparoscopic and postpartum).
Sorry, no J1 or H-1B visa opportunities.
For additional information please formally apply or contact Erin Pendergraft at EPENDERG@LHS.ORG.
Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity
Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.
If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.
Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you
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Frequently asked questions
Portland's diverse population and Legacy Health's dual-hospital setup create a unique blend of low-risk community births and high-risk referrals. OB Hospitalists here manage a wide spectrum of cases, from routine deliveries to complex maternal-fetal medicine, offering richer clinical exposure compared to many other urban centers.
Beyond board certification in OB-GYN, Oregon prioritizes an unrestricted medical license valid within the state. Additional credentials like BLS certification from the American Heart Association are mandatory, while bilingual skills can enhance patient communication, reflecting the region's commitment to inclusive care.
OB Hospitalists in Portland benefit from 24/7 in-house anesthesia and a strong collaboration with maternal fetal medicine specialists. However, coordinating care across multiple Legacy Health facilities requires adaptability and effective communication to ensure seamless patient transitions.
Legacy Health offers a distinctive model where OB Hospitalists rotate between a community hospital and a high-risk referral center, fostering comprehensive skill development. The team-based approach with CNMs and outpatient physicians elevates collaborative care, setting it apart from more siloed roles elsewhere.
With 12 or 24-hour in-house shifts starting at 7 am and well-appointed call rooms, Legacy Health supports manageable scheduling. Rotating weekend and holiday shifts among providers ensures equitable workload distribution, promoting a balanced professional and personal life.
OB Hospitalists in Portland generally earn between $280,000 to $320,000 annually, reflecting the region’s cost of living and demand for specialized obstetric care. Legacy Health’s compensation is competitive, often supplemented by benefits aligned with its commitment to employee well-being.
Mastery of full-spectrum obstetric procedures—including cesarean sections, operative vaginal deliveries, and managing high-risk pregnancies—is crucial. Proficiency in gynecologic surgeries like laparoscopy and emergency response to obstetric complications ensures readiness for the dynamic hospitalist environment.
Legacy Health encourages professional development through teaching roles, such as supervising residents from Oregon Health & Science University, and collaboration with maternal fetal medicine specialists. This environment fosters academic involvement and potential advancement into leadership or specialized clinical tracks.
Compassionate patient care aligned with Legacy Health’s mission to improve lives is paramount. Teamwork, cultural sensitivity—especially given the diverse Portland community—and a commitment to continuous learning distinguish successful OB Hospitalists here.
OB Hospitalists at Legacy Health collaborate closely with CNMs, anesthesiologists, and maternal fetal medicine experts, providing 24/7 coverage for obstetric and gynecologic emergencies. Their role includes supervising residents and supporting private practitioners, ensuring a cohesive emergency response framework.