Hospital Medicine Physician -Sentara Obici Hospital

City/State

Suffolk, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Provider Specialty

Hospital Medicine Overview:

We are seeking dedicated and collaborative Hospitalists to join our team at

Sentara Obici Hospital, a 175-bed state-of-the-art facility, is located on Godwin Boulevard in Suffolk, VA. Our full-service hospital continues a legacy of providing residents of Western Tidewater with high-quality, patient-centered care. As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, the hospital specializes in orthopedic and spine, heart and vascular, advanced imaging, gynecological and comprehensive breast services, behavioral health, maternity, weight loss surgery, and a heartburn treatment center.

Role Summary

The Hospitalist Physician provides inpatient medical care to the adult patient population, working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to support quality, safety, and efficient patient flow.

Position Highlights

Day Hospitalist

Shifts: 184 Annual Shifts, 7a-7p

Schedule Model: 7 on / 7 off, block

Admissions: Rotational and evenly distributed amongst all providers

No procedures required

ICU Model: Open with critical care support in person 7a-7p, eICU remote support from 7p-7a

Vent management support by critical care team

Nocturnist

Shift: 182 Annual Shifts, 9p-7a

Coverage Model: Based on staff availability currently utilizing in-house MD and APPs. Only as last option eHub

Care Model

Patient Census: Average Daily Census 16

APP Support: Yes, only with admissions but hiring APPs to support rounding patients

Qualifications

MD or DO

Board Certified or Eligible (IM or FM), Certification must be obtained within 5 years of eligibility

Eligible for licensure and credentialing in Virginia

Benefits & Additional Details:

Nationally competitive compensation package

Sign on, Commencement, and Quality bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability and more

403b/401a Retirement Packages with Matching Contribution

Malpractice and Tail coverage

Paid Licensure Renewals

$5500 Annual CME Allowance

Fully Integrated EHR (Epic)

501c3, non-profit (PSLF Eligible)

Suffolk, Virginia offers a blend of small-town charm and modern convenience , with wide-open spaces, scenic parks, and access to outdoor destinations like the Great Dismal Swamp. Residents enjoy a cost of living that is comparable to or slightly below the national average , along with housing that provides more space for the price. Its location in the Hampton Roads region makes it easy to commute to nearby cities like Norfolk and Virginia Beach while still enjoying a quieter lifestyle. Suffolk is ideal for those seeking a family-friendly, relaxed environment with growing job opportunities and community amenities.

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We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $272,688.00 - $373,796.80 annually. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Note: If an annual salary is posted, it is based on a full-time colleague working 2,080 hours annually.

Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.
 Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

Emergency Backup Care

Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans

Life Insurance

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education

Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000

Pet Insurance

Legal Resources Plan

Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met

Providers at Sentara are eligible for special benefits such as Annual CME Allowance and 100% malpractice and tail coverage.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs providers in the following states:

North Carolina, Nevada, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin.