Job Information
UNC Health Care Obstetrics Hospitalist (MD/DO) Per Diem - UNC Health Johnston in Smithfield, North Carolina
Description
UNC Health Johnston - Smithfield, located in Smithfield, NC, has a new OB Hospitalist Program and is seeking experienced OB Hospitalist Physicians to join this exciting initiative. This is a 100% inpatient, inhouse, Per Diem OB Hospitalist role offering a predictable schedule, strong clinical volumes, and the opportunity to help shape a growing program within the UNC Health system.
This OB Hospitalist group will operate as a separate, dedicated team supporting labor and delivery services at Smithfield, with long‑term strategic growth planned for Johnston County.
YouTube Video: North Carolina OB/GYN and Midwifery: Meet Tiffany Flanagan, MD (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Pmxhh_f1zA)
Position Highlights
New OB Hospitalist program began April 1, 2026
Employed position within UNC Health Medical Group
Dedicated OB Hospitalist model — no outpatient clinic
Level II NICU at UNC Health Johnston – Smithfield
Strong, established referral base with consistent clinical volume
Opportunity to participate in program development and growth
Position Responsibilities
Provide 24/7 in‑house Per Diem OB Hospitalist coverage
Manage obstetric triage, labor, delivery, and postpartum care
Perform all deliveries at the Smithfield campus
Provide GYN care for cases presenting through the Emergency Department
Care for:
Unassigned patients presenting to the ED
Patients from the UNCHMG Traditional OB/GYN group at Smithfield
Collaborate with CNMs, nursing staff, anesthesia, and hospital leadership
Support quality initiatives, patient safety, and team‑based care
Schedule
24/7 in‑house coverage required
1-2 (24hr) per diem shifts per month
One OB Hospitalist in house per week
Physicians must remain in‑house during shifts
No outpatient or call‑back responsibilities
Candidate Requirements
MD or DO
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics & Gynecology
Prior OB Hospitalist experience required
ACLS certification required
Compensation
Competitive OB Hospitalist Per Diem Hourly Rate
Paid malpractice insurance
About Smithfield, North Carolina
Smithfield offers the charm of a close‑knit community with the convenience of being just 30 minutes from Raleigh. The area features affordable housing, a relaxed lifestyle, easy commutes, and access to shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy a slower pace of life while remaining close to the cultural, academic, and professional opportunities of the Research Triangle.
Please Contact:
Tina McLaughlin, UNC Health | Physician Relations and Recruitment Liaison
Cell: 919-576-7225 tina.mclaughlin@unchealth.unc.edu
keywords: OB, OB Hospitalist, Obstetrics, Obstetrics Hospitalist
Job Details
Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
Entity: UNCHMG
Organization Unit: Network Physician Recruitment
Work Type: Per Diem
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Variable
Location of Job: US:NC:Smithfield
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.