Position Overview
Cottage Medical Group is seeking a compassionate and experienced Ob/Gyn to join our team and lead the delivery of comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals and families in our community. The Cottage Obstetrics & Gynecology (Ob/Gyn) Clinic is a practice led by women specialists offering comprehensive medical services, from routine wellness examinations to diagnosis and treatment of gynecological conditions, and complete obstetric care from pre-conception to pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum visits.
ResponsibilitiesThis is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
- Conducts routine clinical evaluations of patients to assess their health condition and discover possible issues. Asks intuitive questions to discover causes of illness. Conducts examinations of ill patients and evaluates symptoms to determine their condition. Cultivates a climate of trust and compassion for patients.
- Examines and provides appropriate treatment within their specialty and refers patients to other physicians when needed. Monitors the quality of care delivered by the network, provides and manages utilization for enrolled participants.
- Completes charting and documentation to maintain records of the patient's clinical status and appropriately documents diagnosis, treatment, or other significant information (e.g. allergic episodes) for the facilitation of patient care by the care team and for appropriate coding and billing.
- Reaches an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and the patient's medical history.
LEVEL OF EDUCATION
- Doctor of Medicine degree (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree (DO).
- Board Certified, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG)
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
- Physician's unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of California required.
- Must meet all requirements for membership and unrestricted clinical privileges of the CH Medical Staff.
- DEA within 30 days. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Successful completion of specialty fellowship preferred.
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Strong understanding of examination methodologies and diagnostics. Broad knowledge of common medication, side effects, and contraindications.
- In-depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medicine best practices.
Why Join Cottage Health?
- Clinical Excellence: Join a team of dedicated healthcare professionals committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive and collaborative practice environment.
- Opportunity for Leadership: Lead the development and growth of a new primary care practice, shaping the delivery of healthcare services and making a positive impact on the health and well-being of our community.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with flexible scheduling options, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and more.
- Community Engagement: Become an integral part of the vibrant Central Coast community, where you can build meaningful connections with patients and families and make a difference in their lives.
- Professional Growth: Benefit from opportunities for professional development, career advancement, and continuing medical education, supported by Cottage Health's commitment to lifelong learning and clinical excellence.
Benefit Highlights:
- Competitive Salary
- Relocation Assistance
- Sign-On Bonus
- Homebuying program
- Temporary Housing Allowance
- Comprehensive Benefits Package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension plan, and 401(k)
- Malpractice Coverage
- Federal Loan Forgiveness Programs (if applicable)
Skills Required
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
- Board Certified by American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG)
- Physician's unrestricted license to practice medicine in California
- DEA within 30 days
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Successful completion of specialty fellowship preferred
Cottage Health Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cottage Health and has not been reviewed or approved by Cottage Health.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive for the area and often described as fair or among the best locally. Noted examples of meaningful raises over time reinforce the perception of market-aligned compensation.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as very good, with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision alongside robust mental health resources. Wellness supports like an EAP, onsite fitness/yoga, and incentives enhance overall value.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Distinctive programs such as substantial down‑payment assistance, workforce‑affordable housing, wellness dollars, and onsite childcare broaden total rewards beyond core insurance. These offerings are positioned to help offset local cost pressures and support daily life.
Cottage Health Insights
What We Do
Mission Statement: To provide superior health care for and improve the health of our communities through a commitment to our core values of excellence, integrity, and compassion. Founded in 1888, the not-for-profit Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital has been serving the community for more than 125 years. Cottage Health, formed in 1996 as the not-for-profit parent organization of Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and its affiliated Cottage Children’s Medical Center, Cottage Rehabilitation Hospital, Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital, and Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital, is guided by a volunteer board of directors from the greater Santa Barbara community and provides the residents of the Central and South Coast with exemplary health care, continuous improvements in medical practice, and a commitment to our communities.
