OB/GYN Hospitalist - High Risk

Ascension • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ascension St. Vincent in Indianapolis is seeking a full-time OB/GYN High Risk Hospitalist to provide around-the-clock inpatient care, emergency management, and triage for medically complex pregnancies and acute gynecological conditions. The position focuses on high-acuity fetal medicine rather than routine labor and involves close partnership with the Maternal Fetal Medicine team, anesthesiologists, neonatologists, specialized labor and delivery nurses, and four distinct OB groups.

The hospitalist manages labor and delivery triage arrivals and emergency room consultations, leads obstetric rapid responses and emergency drills, interprets fetal heart rate tracings, and oversees residents, fellows, or midwives. The role includes independently performing emergency gynecological surgery and managing high-acuity conditions such as ectopic pregnancies and ovarian torsions. The team has access to a Level IV Perinatal Care Center and Level IV NICU.

Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis is an 825-bed hospital serving the greater Indianapolis area. It is part of Ascension, a nonprofit Catholic health system, and provides hospital care, a 24/7 emergency room, Level I trauma care, and transplant services.

Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• MD or DO degree.
• Indiana Medical Licensing Board physician credentialing obtained before the hire or job transfer date.
• Comfort performing emergency gynecological surgeries independently.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-volume environments with minimal downtime.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Life Support certification; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification accepted.

Responsibilities

• Provide around-the-clock inpatient care, emergency management, and triage for medically complex pregnancies and acute gynecological conditions.
• Focus on high-acuity fetal medicine rather than routine labor.
• Collaborate with Maternal Fetal Medicine specialists, anesthesiologists, neonatologists, specialized labor and delivery nursing teams, and OB groups.
• Manage labor and delivery triage arrivals and emergency room consultations.
• Lead obstetric rapid responses and emergency drills.
• Interpret fetal heart rate tracings.
• Oversee residents, fellows, or midwives.
• Perform emergency gynecological surgical interventions and manage high-acuity cases, including ectopic pregnancies and ovarian torsions.
• Support efficient triage workflows and continuity of care.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-matched 403(b), financial planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Ascension-paid tuition, reimbursement, professional development, and online learning.
• Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
• Optional legal and pet insurance and transportation savings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree