Obstetrician Jobs in San Diego, CA

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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A private practice is seeking an OB/GYN physician associate for locum tenens coverage. The facility is located in the greater San Diego, CA area. A full-scope OB/GYN clinic is seeking a provider...

OB/GYN Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Eastern South Dakota

  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 hours ago

An acute care site is seeking an OB/GYN for locum tenens coverage. The facility is located in Eastern South Dakota. The position involves beeper call only, with no outpatient work required. All...

Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Join Our San Diego, CA Team! Director of Psychiatry Starting Salary Range: $360,000+ Requirements to apply: Medical Degree : Successful completion of M.D. or D.O. degree Board Certification :...

SRSMG has 19 clinic locations and over 700 board-certified primary care and specialty care providers located across San Diego communities....

Obstetrics and Gynecology

  • San Diego, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 25 days ago

/FACILITY DETAILS Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN) Huge need; Guaranteed to be busy and successful Caring, dedicated and supportive administration 4 day work-week; great work-life balance Very busy...

Ob/Gyn Hospitalist

  • San Diego, CA
  • 27 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 27 days ago

The hospitalist position would ideally be someone who is able to work nights, weekends, and day shifts at both SDM(San Diego ) and SMMC (San Marcos).These shifts would mostly be on labor and deliver...

Physician-Obstetrics and Gynecology - OB Hospitalist

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

locations offering services such as primary and specialty care, laboratory, physical therapy, radiology, pharmacy and urgent care....

Physician-Obstetrics and Gynecology

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

and Gynecology - Strong clinical skills and knowledge in womens health - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Benefits: - Four weeks of paid vacation per year to maintain a healthy work-life...

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Salary for Obstetrician Jobs in San Diego, CA

This is the average annual salary for Obstetrician jobs in San Diego, CA as reported by the BLS.

$271,430


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Obstetrician positions.



Highest Education Level

Obstetricians in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
42.1%
Bachelor's Degree
18.0%
Master's Degree
17.5%
High School or GED
7.9%
Associate's Degree
6.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.6%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Obstetricians in San Diego, CA
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%