Lakeland Regional Health - Lakeland, Florida - Level III Maternity Care | Level I Trauma Center
Join a high-acuity, hospital-based OB/GYN program at one of Florida's premier regional medical centers. Lakeland Regional Health is a Level I Trauma Center with a Level III Maternity Care designation, delivering comprehensive, complex obstetrical and gynecologic care in a state-of-the-art environment.
This is a position for physicians who want to practice real, high-level inpatient OB - without clinic responsibilities or call burden.
Why is the Women's Care Hospitalist program different?
Employed hospitalist model
Full-time status with an average of 7, 12-hour shifts per month
No call. No clinic. No outpatient responsibilities.
True work-life balance with predictable scheduling
Practice alongside a dedicated team of 2 experienced OB/GYN physicians and certified nurse midwives 24-7
Reliable back-up support from a strong OB/GYN team
Structured OBED model for efficient triage and workflow
High-volume, high-acuity exposure
This is not a low-risk community OB unit. This is hospital-based obstetrics in a tertiary care setting.
State-of-the-art Facility:
Practice in our modern Women's & Children's Pavilion, designed specifically to optimize maternal and neonatal care.
Program highlights include:
Level III Maternity Care designation
Level III NICU
On-site Maternal-Fetal Medicine
In-house Neonatology
17 Labor & Delivery rooms
33 Postpartum rooms
7 Antepartum rooms
8 OBED rooms
24/7 in-house anesthesia coverage*
4 operating rooms dedicated to women's health
As a Level I Trauma Center, the hospital provides comprehensive multidisciplinary support, ensuring access to surgical subspecialties, critical care, interventional services, and rapid-response teams at all times.
Requirements:
MD or DO, completion of accredited OB/GYN residency
3+ years of post-training experience preferred
Board Certified or Board Eligible (ABOG or AOBOG)
Florida license (or ability to obtain)
Confident managing high-risk obstetrics in a team-based environment
Comfortable with independent decision-making in a fast-paced setting
Take Advantage of the Florida Lifestyle
Lakeland offers the best of both worlds:
No State Income Tax
40 minutes to Tampa
1 hour to Orlando
Access to multiple international airports
Year-round outdoor living
Family-friendly community
Beaches, golf, boating, restaurants, and cultural attractions nearby
Practice high-acuity medicine in a structured, collaborative program - while maintaining balance and enjoying Florida living
About Women's Care:
With over 25 years of trust, experience, and dedication to women's health, our organization has emerged as a prominent name in Ouvast network encompasses more than 100 outpatient locations across Florida, Arizona, Kentucky, and California. Here, a team of over 400 skilled physicians and advanced practice providers collaborate to address the diverse needs of our patients.
Annually, we joyfully welcome over 25,000 healthy babies into the world and provide care and satisfaction to over 1 million patients. Our relentless pursuit of excellence and holistic care underscores our mission to promote and bolster women's health at every juncture of life.
Community Details:
Nestled between Tampa and Orlando, Lakeland offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city convenience. Known for its beautiful lakes, historic downtown, and friendly community vibe, Lakeland is a hidden gem in Central Florida. Residents enjoy affordable living, excellent schools, and a wide variety of recreational activities-from scenic nature trails and world-class golf courses to vibrant arts, culture, and dining scenes. With quick access to major highways and proximity to Florida's best beaches and theme parks, Lakeland is an ideal place to live, work, and play. Whether you're raising a family or seeking a relaxed yet connected lifestyle, Lakeland and its surrounding areas provide the perfect place to call home.