Division Chief of General Ob/Gyn

Baystate Health is a not-for-profit, integrated healthcare system in western Massachusetts which consists of an academic medical center, three community hospitals and the region’s largest multispecialty group. Our flagship hospital, Baystate Medical Center, is home to the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School-Baystate. We are seeking a Specialist in General Ob/Gyn to serve as Division Chief of General Ob/Gyn.

Join an organization that has a long and proud tradition of continuous learning and improvement and often are among the first adopters of better ways to deliver care. Be part of an inspired and compassionate team working together to care of communities that need us.

Position Highlights:

• As the Chief of General Ob/Gyn, you will guide and oversee the operations of a dynamic team of 21 generalist ob/gyn physicians and 12 ambulatory advanced practice clinicians. Collaborating closely with the Chair of Obstetrics-Gynecology, you will play a pivotal role in advancing the institution’s mission and delivering exceptional care to a diverse and underserved patient population.
• The division includes sub-specialists in Complex Family Planning and Pediatric/Adolescent gynecology.
• Join a multidisciplinary environment that thrives on teamwork, partnering with a robust midwifery division, maternal-fetal medicine specialists, and a newly formed OB hospitalist division to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care.
• Drive strategic innovation for the general ob/gyn division in alignment with institutional goals, while developing your leadership skills and professional interests.
• Lead, mentor, and support faculty development while promoting continuous improvement in quality, safety, and patient experience.
• Enjoy protected time to focus on advancing strategic initiatives and fulfilling leadership responsibilities.

Department Highlights:

• Be part of a department recognized for its integration and collaboration, working alongside the region’s largest midwifery division of 20+ experienced CNMs. Together, deliver holistic care to a diverse and underserved community.
• Our division benefits from comprehensive support in maternal-fetal medicine, urogynecology, gynecologic oncology, fellowship-trained MIGS and reproductive endocrinology and infertility.
• With a strong focus on minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, our division handles approximately 600 deliveries annually.

Academic Excellence:

• Engage with the UMass Chan School of Medicine’s new regional campus, fostering academic growth and mentoring ob/gyn residents, fellows, and medical students. Our program includes 24 Ob/Gyn residents and offers fellowship opportunities in Urogynecology and Maternal-Fetal Medicine.
• Contribute to interprofessional education, as we are the only ob/gyn residency in the US co-located with a Midwifery Education Program.
• Contribute to clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, and academic projects, with strong institutional support for innovation and scholarly pursuits.
• Join a department committed to leadership development and academic advancement, providing a platform to make a meaningful impact as an educator, researcher, and leader.

Advantages of working at Baystate:

• Compensation plan includes an annualized base salary and incentive compensation
• Robust relocation package
• Flexibility- opportunities to flex your FTE to fit your life
• Transparent and equitable promotional practices
• Immediate access to paid time off
• Lucrative 403b match and 457b plan
• Professional development and mentorship
• Wellbeing programs that include mental, physical, and financial health and more
• Baystate Health is a not-for-profit organization and may be eligible for the US Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Qualifications:

American Board Certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Minimum of 3 years’ clinical experience post-residency, demonstrating strong and comprehensive clinical skills in both obstetrics and gynecology, with a particular emphasis on gynecology (preferred). Proven experience supervising individuals or teams, such as clerkship or other leadership roles. Prior management experience in a healthcare setting, ideally in an integrated care model with midwifery collaboration.

YOU BELONG AT BAYSTATE. At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff.  We are committed to increasing diverse representation among leadership, providers, and all roles across our organization through changes in policies, procedures, and practices to build equity across the organization.   

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All correspondence can be directed to:

Dr. Heather Sankey, Ronald T. Burkman Endowed Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology

C/O Ariana Caradiaz, MBA, CPRP

Lead, Physician & Advanced Practitioner Recruiter

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Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

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