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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Hospitalists will back up midwives and family practice providers, with backup also available for the hospitalists....

AHMG Physician, OBGYN

  • Oakland, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Summary Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Alameda Health System Obstetrician/Gynecologist Hospitalist As an Obstetrician/Gynecologist Hospitalist in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at...

Physician obstetrics and gynecology

  • San Bernardino, CA
  • moments ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • moments ago

Join to apply for the Physician Obstetrics and Gynecology role at CompHealth....

Locum Tenens Physician - Obstetrics & Gynecology ($220-$280/Hour)

  • Sacramento, CA
  • moments ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • moments ago

Locum Tenens Physician - Obstetrics & Gynecology ($220-$280/Hour) Seeking OBGYN Physicians for ongoing locum contracts across multiple states, offering $220-$280/hour....

Locum Tenens Physician - Obstetrics & Gynecology ($220-$280/Hour)

  • Roseville, CA
  • moments ago
  • Roseville, CA
  • moments ago

Consult with primary care providers and specialists to ensure comprehensive patient care....

Employed Obstetrics & Gynecology Opportunity in San Ramon, CA

  • San Ramon, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Ramon, CA
  • 1 hour ago

days per month Daily patient census: 20–25 patients per day Resources/Equipment Available: CRNA on site 24/7 Ultrasound in office 15 L&D rooms 3 OR rooms Neonatologists on site Level 2 NICU onsite Hospitalist...

Obstetrician/Gynecologist Opportunity

  • Downey, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Downey, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Obstetrician/Gynecologist Opportunity Opening in Downey, California Advance on Pay Bonus Eligible For more than 70 years, Kaiser Permanente - Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) has...

Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician - Locums in California

  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician - Locums in California This coastal OB/GYN locums assignment is based in San Luis Obispo, California....

Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Physician

  • Lodi, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lodi, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Obstetrician/Gynecologist, Laborist, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Obstetrics, Gynecology, Obgyn, Ob/Gyn, Pregnancy, Newborn, Maternity, Physician, Healthcare, Health Care, Patient Care, Hospital, Medical,...

OB/GYN Physician

  • Carmichael, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Carmichael, CA
  • 6 hours ago

MMG is a large multi-specialty medical group of 500+ providers comprised of primary care physicians, specialists in more than 30 medical and surgical specialties, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners...

Physician - Obstetrics/Gynecology @ Locums - Alameda Highland Hospital

  • Oakland, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 8 hours ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Physician - Obstetrics/Gynecology @ Locums - Alameda Highland Hospitals to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....

CompHealth exists to make the locums process easier. Not only will we search for jobs that fit your interests, we'll be here to handle all the details like credentialing, housing, travel...

An Obstetrics/Gynecologist Is Wanted for Locum Tenens Help in California

  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 1 day ago

Quick Facts Monday Friday 8am 5pm with 1-3 ED call shifts monthly Clinic volume 15-20 patients per day with 35-50 deliveries monthly Clinic and hospital responsibilities required Surgical...

MMG is a large multi-specialty medical group of 500+ providers comprised of primary care physicians, specialists in more than 30 medical and surgical specialties, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners...

Obstetrician/Gynecologist - West Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Competitive Compensation and Benefit Package The comprehensive benefits and longevity-based compensation package offered by Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) enables physicians...

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Obstetrician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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
18.1%
Master's Degree
17.5%
High School or GED
7.8%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.5%
Some College
0.8%
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%