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Supplemental OB Hospitalist
Company : Legacy Health
Location : Vancouver, WA, 98686-2742
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 31 December 2025
Overview
At Legacy, we are committed to making life better for others. We not only provide state-of-the-art care; we also provide compassion and a tireless desire to secure the wellbeing of our patients. If this is how you view your work as an OB Hospitalist, we invite you to consider joining our community.
The Supplemental OB Hospitalist position is designed to support the established groups of OB Hospitalists located at Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center in Vancouver, WA. Additional opportunities for coverage at other sites within the Legacy system may be available if interested.
The OB Hospitalists support the inpatient needs of the Legacy Medical Group (LMG) Maternal Fetal Medicine service. The OB Hospitalists and the MFM providers work closely together on a daily basis, and the MFM practice has 24/7 (not in-house) coverage available. The OB Hospitalist also provides backup to the LMG Midwifery Practice (all CNMs), coverage for unassigned labor/triage patients, support of our private practice OB colleagues as needed (i.e. C-section assisting). Both locations have Level IV NICUs and serve a vital role in the surrounding communities for high-risk pregnancies. Dedicated in-house Anesthesia is present 24/7 at both sites. Local academic OB/GYN and Family Medicine residents provide coverage 24/7 at LEMC, with occasional medical student rotations at both sites. No clinic responsibilities.
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 and Washington.
- 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, post-partum D&C etc.
- In-house 24-hour shifts (designated, well-appointed call room)
Pay Rate $200 Hourly Rate Limited Duration Period; Subject to change based on fair market value.
Sorry, no J1 or H-1B visa opportunities.
For additional information please formally apply or contact Erin Pendergraft at EPENDERG@LHS.ORG.
Responsibilities
Pay Range
USD $200.00 - USD $200.00 /Hr.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
In Vancouver, a Supplemental OB Hospitalist primarily supports inpatient maternity care, focusing on both low and high-risk pregnancies without clinic duties. This role demands full-spectrum OB expertise, including cesarean and operative deliveries, reflecting the region's need for comprehensive hospital-based obstetrics coverage.
Mastery in managing complex deliveries such as VBACs, operative vaginal births, and postpartum hemorrhage is critical. Additionally, proficiency in level 1 ultrasounds and emergency interventions like postpartum D&Cs ensures readiness for high-acuity hospital settings typical for Supplemental OB Hospitalists.
Yes, candidates must hold an unrestricted medical license valid in Washington and Oregon, alongside board certification or eligibility in OB-GYN. Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association is also mandatory to meet regional practice standards.
Legacy Health emphasizes a compassionate, patient-centered approach with strong collaboration between OB hospitalists and maternal fetal medicine teams. Working here means engaging in a supportive environment with access to 24/7 anesthesia and academic residency involvement, enriching clinical experience.
Vancouver’s growing population and high-risk pregnancy cases elevate demand for skilled OB Hospitalists. Legacy Health’s supplemental positions reflect regional efforts to bolster inpatient obstetric coverage, making these opportunities sought-after among candidates seeking dynamic hospital-based roles.
Being bilingual is considered a significant asset in Vancouver’s diverse community, enhancing communication with patients and colleagues. While not mandatory, bilingual skills can improve candidacy and patient care quality in Supplemental OB Hospitalist roles.
The current rate for Supplemental OB Hospitalists at Legacy Health is $200 per hour. This compensation reflects the specialized skills required and the critical nature of inpatient obstetrics services in the Vancouver healthcare market.
Legacy Health provides well-appointed call rooms and a structured shift schedule to ensure hospitalists can manage fatigue effectively. The system fosters teamwork with maternal fetal medicine and midwifery staff, optimizing patient coverage and physician wellbeing.
While based primarily at Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center in Vancouver, there are opportunities for coverage at other Legacy Health sites. This flexibility allows hospitalists to engage with a broader patient population and varied clinical environments within the system.
Navigating high-risk pregnancies in a level IV NICU setting demands rapid decision-making and multidisciplinary coordination. Legacy Health’s focus on inclusive care and academic collaboration adds layers of complexity, requiring hospitalists to adapt to diverse patient needs and evolving clinical protocols.