Chief of Obstetrics

Chief of Obstetrics

About the Company

Accomplished public research university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1956

Employees
5001-10,000

Categories

• University of South Florida

Specialties

• cardiology
• medical school
• public health
• nursing
• diabetes
• oncology
• obgyn
• orthopedic
• physical therapy
• research
• academic medical center
• surgery
• heart
• alzheimer's
• dermatology
• family medicine
• infectious diseases
• obstetrics and gynecology
• pediatrics
• sports medicine
• urology
• liver
• brain
• cardio-oncology
• and healthcare

About the Role

The Company is in search of a Chief of Obstetrics to provide strategic, clinical, and administrative leadership for its Labor & Delivery services. This pivotal role is focused on shaping the future of obstetric care, with a strong emphasis on patient safety, clinical excellence, innovation, and academic advancement. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting the vision and operational framework for obstetric care, ensuring the delivery of safe, evidence-based, and compassionate care, and supporting the department's academic mission. Key responsibilities include strategic and operational leadership of Labor & Delivery services, oversight of clinical quality and safety initiatives, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and active engagement in medical education, quality improvement, research, and scholarly activities. Candidates for the Chief of Obstetrics position at the company should hold an MD or equivalent degree, be board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology, and be eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Florida. The role requires a record of academic achievement suitable for appointment at the Associate or Full Professor level, with a preference for those with a strong background in a high-volume obstetric setting, particularly within an academic medical center. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leadership, a strong commitment to resident and fellow education, faculty mentorship, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The Chief of Obstetrics will also be expected to engage in departmental leadership, faculty development, and academic governance, and to actively participate in quality improvement, research, or educational scholarship aligned with academic rank.

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Medical Care/Hospital Administration
• Education/Academic Administration