Obstetrician Jobs in California

An Obstetrician is a medical professional, who plays a crucial role in the healthcare industry. They specialize in pregnancy, childbirth, and women's reproductive systems. Their job responsibilities include providing prenatal care, delivering babies, and offering postpartum care. These medical experts also handle pregnancy and childbirth complications like ectopic pregnancies, fetal distress, and high blood pressure disorders. Obstetricians also perform cesarean sections or other surgical procedures as needed during childbirth. Besides, they conduct routine checkups and provide health education regarding pregnancy, childbirth, and postnatal care.

To become an Obstetrician, one needs to possess a range of important skills and certifications. They should have excellent manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and physical stamina as they often perform surgeries and procedures. Good interpersonal and communication skills are important as they interact with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals. They must be board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology or other recognized boards. Prior to becoming an Obstetrician, a person may have roles such as a Medical Intern, Medical Resident in Obstetrics and Gynecology, or even a Gynecologist.

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Dates Needed: As soon as credentialed Call Ratio/Schedule: 24 hour shifts Case Load/PPD: Estimated deliveries for hospitalist (monthly) -40; total hospital deliveries (monthly) - 200 Shift Type: 24-...

Physician/ObGyn/California/Locum tenens/$3,600/Day OB/GYN

  • Pasadena, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Pasadena, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Job Details: Pay Rate : $3600/Day Qualifications : MD OB/GYN Board Certified CA License Minimum 100 deliveries in the last 2 years Facility : A General Medical and Surgical Hospital Level 3 NICU...

Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician

  • Lancaster, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lancaster, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Ready to make your next career move? VieMed Healthcare Staffing is a premier staffing agency that specializes in connecting skilled professionals with healthcare facilities, ensuring seamless...

Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician Deliver Your Own (DYO)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 hours ago

We are a national leader in providing high-quality, patient-centered healthcare that encompasses primary care as well as specialized medicine, and conducting research that leads to lifesaving discoveries...

Physician/ObGyn/California/Locum tenens/$3,800/Day OB-GYN

  • La Mesa, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • La Mesa, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Job Details: Pay Rate: $3,800/Day Qualifications: MD/DO OB-GYN BC/BE CA License Covid vaccination Minimum 25 GYN cases within 2 years Facility: A General Medical and Surgical Hospital Trauma:...

OBGYN Physician, Carmichael, CA

  • Carmichael, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Carmichael, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Qualifications: Board-certified or board-eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Excellent clinical skills and a strong commitment to patient care....

Obstetrics Physician

  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 7 hours ago

We have a Client in the Palm Springs, California area looking to add a Full-Time/Perm OB Hospitalist to their team. Enjoy living where most people like to vacation!...

. - EMR: NextGen- Northeast Valley Health Corporation is a federally funded, non-profit organization that operates 14 Joint Commission accredited licensed primary care health centers.- The mission of...

The successful candidate will also perform routine obstetric and gynecological office procedures and follow up all abnormal pap smears.Responsibilities:Provides primary care services to Clinic patients...

This position is in an excellent area where major cities, wineries, national parks, and skiing are all just a drive away. It is in the Central Valley, 68 miles south of Sacramento and 90 miles...

Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician. Job in Santa Barbara Gr8Jobs

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 10 hours ago

Group works collaboratively with OB Hospitalists Fully staffed there are 2.5 MFMs Days in the office, Monday though Friday, and on-call at night (mostly phone coverage) every third Candidates must have...

. - EMR: NextGen- Northeast Valley Health Corporation is a federally funded, non-profit organization that operates 14 Joint Commission accredited licensed primary care health centers.- The mission of...

Vista Community Clinic is a private, non-profit, multi-specialty outpatient clinic providing care in a comprehensive, high quality setting. Located in San Diego, Orange and Riverside counties, we...

Whether you are searching for a position in your area or in another state, we have professionals to help you achieve your goals through our relationships with facilities nationwide - in rural...

. - EMR: NextGen- Northeast Valley Health Corporation is a federally funded, non-profit organization that operates 14 Joint Commission accredited licensed primary care health centers.- The mission of...

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for Obstetrician Jobs in California

This is the average annual salary for Obstetrician jobs in California as reported by the BLS.

$289,500


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Obstetrician positions.



Highest Education Level

Obstetricians in California offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
42.0%
Bachelor's Degree
18.2%
Master's Degree
17.5%
High School or GED
7.9%
Associate's Degree
6.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.6%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Obstetricians in California
4-6 years
38.3%
10+ years
23.4%
None
21.0%
8-10 years
7.7%
2-4 years
6.7%
6-8 years
3.0%