OB/GYN Physician
About the role
Position Title
OB/GYN PhysicianJob Description Summary
OB/GYN Physician
VHC Health Physicians – Arlington, Virginia | Full-Time
VHC Health Physicians is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible OB/GYN Generalist to join our growing Women's Health team. This is an outstanding opportunity to become part of a highly collaborative, physician-led practice within a nationally recognized health system committed to providing exceptional care for women throughout every stage of life.
The OB/GYN Generalist will provide comprehensive obstetrical and gynecologic care in both outpatient and hospital settings. The physician will work closely with Maternal Fetal Medicine specialists, Gynecologic Surgeons, Certified Nurse Midwives, Primary Care providers, Advanced Practice Providers, and multidisciplinary care teams to deliver high-quality, evidence-based, and patient-centered care.
The ideal candidate is committed to clinical excellence, compassionate patient care, and building lasting relationships with patients while contributing to the continued growth and success of an established women's health program.
Why VHC Health
VHC Health is a nationally recognized, independent health system known for clinical excellence, innovation, physician engagement, and exceptional patient outcomes.
Highlights include:
• Ranked among the top hospitals in Virginia and the Washington, DC metropolitan region by U.S. News & World Report
• Multiple “A” Hospital Safety Grades from The Leapfrog Group
• CMS 5-Star Overall Hospital Quality Rating
• Magnet® designation for nursing excellence
• Accredited with Commendation by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC)
• Independent health system with strong physician leadership and administrative support
• Modern ambulatory and inpatient oncology infrastructure with continued investment in cancer services
• Located in Arlington, Virginia — consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States with immediate access to Washington, DC
• At VHC Health, physician leaders have the opportunity to meaningfully influence strategy, operations, quality, and growth while practicing in a collaborative and highly respected clinical environment.
Position Overview
The OB/GYN Generalist will provide a full spectrum of obstetrical and gynecologic services, including preventive care, routine and high-risk obstetrical management, gynecologic evaluation and treatment, office procedures, and surgical care.
This physician will care for patients in both ambulatory and hospital settings while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless, coordinated care and exceptional clinical outcomes.
Clinical Responsibilities
• Provide comprehensive outpatient obstetrical and gynecologic care
• Manage routine and complex pregnancies, including prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care
• Diagnose and treat a broad range of gynecologic conditions
• Perform office-based procedures and gynecologic surgeries consistent with training and privileges
• Deliver babies and provide hospital-based obstetrical care
• Participate in call coverage and hospital responsibilities as assigned
• Collaborate with Maternal Fetal Medicine specialists regarding high-risk pregnancies and complex obstetrical cases
• Work closely with Certified Nurse Midwives, Advanced Practice Providers, nursing teams, and other specialists to provide coordinated patient care
• Counsel patients regarding preventive health, contraception, menopause management, and reproductive health concerns
• Maintain thorough, timely, and accurate documentation within the electronic medical record
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical excellence initiatives
• Support the continued growth and development of Women's Health services throughout the organization
Qualifications
• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Eligibility for unrestricted medical licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia
• Current DEA registration or eligibility required
• Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based and patient-centered care
• Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with patients, colleagues, and referring providers
• Interest in practice growth, quality improvement, and multidisciplinary collaboration preferred
• Experience is required
Position Highlights
• Full-time employed position
• Established and growing Women's Health program
• Balanced mix of obstetrics and gynecology
• Opportunity to develop a thriving outpatient practice while maintaining hospital-based obstetrical care
• Collaborative environment with Maternal Fetal Medicine, Gynecologic Surgery, Certified Nurse Midwives, and Women's Health specialists
• Modern facilities, advanced technology, and strong clinical support
• Physician-led culture with administrative partnership
• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits
• Located in Arlington, Virginia, within the Washington, DC metropolitan area
Compensation & Benefits
• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Generous paid time off and CME allowance for full-time and permanent part-time positions
• Retirement plan options
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
Job Description
Purpose & Scope:
The physician is a member of the healthcare team who works in collaboration with other staff to provide comprehensive healthcare services to patients. The scope of practice of each physician is defined through the health system’s credentialing and privileging committee.
The Physician supports objectives, budget, and performance metrics at the individual level.Supports all medical activities at the individual level including implementation of quality control standards, risk management and compliance programs.The role of a physician is to provide quality clinical care to those individuals who have chosen VHC Health in a timely manner to meet the needs of our patients.
Education:
Doctorate from accredited medical school is required.
Experience:
One year of medical/surgical experience is required.
Certifications/Licensure:
Licensed to Practice Medicine by the Virginia Department of Health Professions is required.
Awards & Recognition:
Received a ‘High Performing' designation in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 list of maternity hospitals across the United States. This survey was based on factors most important to parents when choosing the hospital to deliver their baby.
Received a top ranking in the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals list for 2023-2024. The report ranked hospitals in 15 adult specialties as well as national and regional rankings. VHC Health is proud to be ranked second in Northern Virginia, 4th in the Washington, DC metro region, and 5th in the Commonwealth of Virginia, out of 121 hospitals ranked
Received an “A” grade in the spring of 2024 in the Leapfrog Group’s ranking for hospitals. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade gives 3,000 “general acute-care hospitals” a grade based on certain measures surrounding patient safety.
VHC Health ranked as one of the top hospitals in the region, according to the prestigious annual rankings released by U.S. News & World Report. VHC Health tied for fourth place alongside George Washington University Hospital and Johns Hopkins Medicine-Sibley Memorial Hospital.
VHC Health’s Outpatient Pavilion Parking Garage has been awarded the prestigious International Parking and Mobility Institute (IPMI) 2024 Apex Award for Stand-Alone Facility Design.
VHC Health ranks as Best-in-State for 2024 in Virginia by Newsweek. The first ranking of its kind, this survey ranked the leading hospitals in the United States based on four data sources. VHC Health ranked as #5 in Virginia and was in the top three in the Washington, DC, metro region.
VHC Health received 5 stars (the highest) in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service’s Quality rating. We were one of only 381 hospitals nationwide to achieve the prestigious five-star rating.
The Commonwealth of Virginia renewed VHC Health’s 2021 accreditation as a Level II Trauma Center. This underscores the hospital’s commitment to excellence as a community provider of comprehensive medical services and to acutely injured patients.
VHC Health’s cancer program received Accreditation with Commendation from the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer Accreditation. This recognition demonstrates VHC Health’s dedication to providing our community with the highest quality cancer care.