OB Medical Director 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. VHC Health Hospital is seeking a visionary Medical Director to lead our Labor and Delivery department. This key leadership position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of obstetrics, inspire a culture of excellence, and exert a positive impact on patient care. RESPONSIBILITIES + Lead with excellence, providing clinical oversight and direction to ensure adherence to best practices and institutional protocols in the obstetric unit. + Collaborate with a talented team of healthcare providers, including obstetricians, nurses, midwives, and support staff, to ensure the delivery of safe, comprehensive patient care. + Stay at the cutting edge of obstetric medicine, implementing new technologies and evidence-based practices to improve patient care. + Develop and implement strategic plans for the obstetric unit, including resource allocation, budgeting, and procurement of necessary equipment and supplies. + Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous learning within the labor and delivery unit. + Drive patient and employee satisfaction initiatives and make continued improvements based on feedback from providers, employees, and patients. + If you are a dedicated and forward-thinking leader who is ready to shape the future of Women's Health at VHC Health, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in our mission to provide the highest quality care and support to women and families in our community. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS + Medical degree from an accredited institution and Board Certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology. + Active medical license in VA with current DEA registration. + Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in Obstetrics, with leadership experience preferred. + Demonstrated expertise in managing high-risk pregnancies, complications, and emergency obstetric situations. + Strong commitment to quality patient care, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement. + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. + Experience in policy development, strategic planning, and budget management within a healthcare setting. + Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices in obstetric medicine. AWARDS & RECOGNITION + Washington Commanders selected VHC Health as its women’s health partner because of the health system’s continued commitment to advancing women’s health, reducing the stigma of mental health, and creating greater access to care in the Washington, DC metro region. + Awarded the CHIME Most Wired Recognition for 2023 as a certified level 9 for acute and ambulatory services. Organizations designated as level 9 or 10 are considered industry leaders who drive digital change in the healthcare industry in order to create better health outcomes for patients. + Received a top ranking in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals for the fourth year in a row. Ranking over 2,800 hospitals in 28 countries, this study asked 85,000 medical experts across the world to participate in an online survey covering topics such as recommendation of hospital, satisfaction of patient care, quality of care for specific treatments, among other factors. + Recognized by the Women’s Choice Award for Best Hospital in eight categories: bariatric surgery, obstetrics, heart care, minimally invasive surgery, orthopedics, cancer care, comprehensive breast care, women’s services, mammogram and patient experience. This award is graded based on the best publicly available information, patient surveys and accreditation information, and the Women’s Choice Award delivers a simplified, objective ranking to each category. + Named a 2023 Best Cancer Hospital by Newsweek. One of 175 hospitals and just three in the Washington, DC metro region to be included in the rankings. + Named best hospital for billing ethics by Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group. This is the first-ever Leapfrog Best Hospitals ranking to help patients make educated decisions about which institutions are best for the money. OUR COMMUNITY + Living in Northern Virginia, one of the best places to live near D.C., you can have it all: a lucrative job at a forward-thinking company – plus access to the country’s greatest historical sites, a bustling café culture, active nightlife and concert going, a thriving wine region, seven professional sports teams, and a mild four-season climate with year-round kayaking, biking, and hiking. We offer some of the best public and private schools in the nation and access to 60 colleges and universities. In fact, we are the most educated region in the country. Here, there are no compromises. NOVA is one of the best places to live and work in the country. + Arlington is home to the Pentagon, and the Arlington National Cemetery. + Home to more than 100 U.S. and global corporate headquarters, including the 6th highest number of Fortune 500 companies. + Northern Virginia is one of the fastest growing and most diverse communities in the United States + Fairfax County has many of the highest ranking schools in the nation according to U.S. News and World Reports. + Arlington County also offers outstanding schools - about 94 percent of all graduating high school seniors in Arlington go on to attend college. + Two major airports with direct flights to 109 domestic and 60 international destinations. + Northern Virginia has many recreational and community amenities including: over 89 miles of biking/jogging trails, 167 public parks, approximately 14 community centers, 7 live stage theaters, 8 libraries, and 652 restaurants. + Minutes to the Kennedy Center, Smithsonian Museums, Tyson’s Corner, and Wolftrap National Park for the Performing Arts + Whether you choose to live in Arlington County, Fairfax County, City of Alexandria or in any of the other great areas in the DC area, you will have little problem in finding a location that is right for you. We look forward to hearing from qualified candidates interested in joining us in a highly collegial environment where the patient is at the center of what we do.