Obstetrician Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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.

1-15 of 19 Jobs

Obstetrics / Gynecology - Laborist

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 1 day ago

Job Details: Are you an OB Hospitalist Physician searching for your next exciting locum tenens opportunity?...

OB/GYN Physician

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 1 day ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking OB/GYN Physicians to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals. About Us At KPG Healthcare, our goal is to make the highest quality and most...

Obstetrician/Gynecologist Job at MultiCare Health System in South King and Pierce Counties, WA

  • Tacoma, WA (1 mile from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tacoma, WA (1 mile from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Board certification or similar accreditation in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Midwifery, Maternal/Fetal Medicine, Urogynecology, and Minimally Invasive Gynecology or another similar medical specialty....

Physician OBGYN

  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago

You Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers,...

Physician - ObGyn Faculty

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 4 days ago

Practice complement is 0.6 FTE private clinic and 0.4 FTE teaching of Family Practice residents and fellows....

OB GYN Physician - General

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 12 days ago

Our group enjoys a mix of both gynecology and obstetrics - including high-risk obstetrics and gynecological surgeries....

Obstetrics and Gynecology - OB Hospitalist Job at UW Medicine Valley Medical Center in Renton, WA

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 15 days ago

In addition to the 341-bed hospital with its Level III Trauma Center, Valley operates a network of more than four dozen primary care, urgent care and specialty clinics, with most located on or near...

Physician (MD/DO) - Obstetrics and Gynecology - $145 to $150 per hour in Federal Way, WA

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 17 days ago

This position is in Federal Way, a coastal city along the Puget Sound Inlet and shadowed by Mount Rainier. It is a great college town with a vibrant downtown and access to plenty of outdoor...

Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Obstetrics and Gynecology in Puyallup, WA

  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 17 days ago

At TheraEx we strive to be the ONE STOP SHOP for our Providers and Clinicians. We bring the "Mom and Pop" culture to our staff to ensure they feel that they are receiving the best partnership. Now...

Physician - OBGYN Per Diem (PRN)

  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 20 days ago

This is a per diem position covering hospital shifts as an OB Hospitalist serving MultiCare patients only....

Interim Market Medical Director - OB/GYN

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 20 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 20 days ago

We have employed and independent groups consisting of OB/GYN physicians, CNMs, MFM, and Family Medicine OB providers....

OB/GYN Physician Is Needed 45 Minutes From Seattle, Washington

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 22 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 22 days ago

Quick Facts: 1:8 call Comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision for eligible dependents Excellent patient care; physician work-life balance takes center stage Great loan...

Obstetrician/Gynecologist Job at CommonSpirit Health in Federal Way, WA

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 27 days ago

Our group enjoys a mix of both gynecology and obstetrics - including high-risk obstetrics and gynecological surgeries....

OB/GYN Physician - Laborist

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 27 days ago

Our group enjoys a mix of both gynecology and obstetrics - including high-risk obstetrics and gynecological surgeries....

Physician / ObGyn / Washington / Permanent / $500k+ OBGyn Opportunity in Pacific Northwest Job. Job in Washington Gr8Jobs

  • Pacific, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pacific, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Independent Not-for-Profit HospitalWORK/LIFE BALANCE:1:4 call rotation, 4-day week, 18 patients a day & built-in Admin time! NO EARNING CAPGreat RVU bonus structure allows for unlimited earning...

Demographic Data for Tacoma, WA

Moving to Tacoma, WA? Find some basic demographic data about Tacoma, WA below.


Local
National
352,224
7,865
Large

Obstetrician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHirePhysicians curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
M. C.Q. on anatomy of the pelvis
This course entails multiple choice questions in anatomy of pelvis mainly for gynecologists and obstetricians and urologists as well as medical students. It is arranged according to structures and...
Maternity Care Assistant Training
This course illustrates the different roles of maternity care assistants (MCA) or support workers (MSW). It starts by describing the role and responsibilities that maternity care assistants...
Certificate Course in Menopause Symptoms Remedies
Do you have Menopausal Symptoms? Or are you someone who helps people recover the pains of the symptoms of Menopausal? Learn how to help or overcome Menopausal Stage through this course for you to...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Obstetrician Jobs in Tacoma, WA

This is the average annual salary for Obstetrician jobs in Tacoma, WA as reported by the BLS.

$281,130


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Obstetrician positions.



Highest Education Level

Obstetricians in Tacoma, WA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
42.0%
Bachelor's Degree
18.2%
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 Tacoma, WA
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%