Medical Director of UCSF Birth Center
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1;11, South Van Ness Avenue, Civic Center, San Francisco, California, 94103, United States
About the Role
The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) seeks a dynamic and influential leader to serve as the Medical Director of the UCSF Birth Center. Based at the UCSF Mission Bay campus, this role is designed to oversee the clinical, educational, and operational functions of the unit, including Obstetrical Emergency, Labor & Delivery, Antepartum, and Postpartum services. The position involves coordinating high-risk, high-acuity obstetric care while educating the next generation of Ob/Gyn clinicians as faculty within our nationally acclaimed academic program.
Ideally, the successful candidate will also develop an outpatient practice within a UCSF prenatal care site. This position offers an approximate 50/50 split between administrative leadership and clinical practice, providing a unique opportunity to shape the future of Obstetrics at UCSF through program development and quality improvement.
Why UCSF?
UCSF Health is recognized worldwide for its progressive patient care, reflecting the latest medical knowledge, advanced technologies, and pioneering research. The UCSF Medical Center has been named one of the nation's top hospitals for adult and Maternal patient care and safety by U.S. News & World Report for 2024–2025, a distinction it has held for many years.
This role offers diverse clinical opportunities to manage a broad spectrum of conditions in both outpatient and hospital settings, serving a richly diverse patient population. It is an ideal environment for candidates who aspire to influence program development and hold administrative roles that shape the future of the department, all while collaborating with world-class researchers and educators in a vibrant academic setting.
Living & Working in San Francisco
Living and working in the Parnassus Heights and Mission Bay neighborhoods places you at the heart of one of the most vibrant medical communities in the country. Parnassus offers a quiet, residential feel tucked into the hills near Golden Gate Park, while Mission Bay is sleek and modern, built for innovation where medicine meets biotech.
Life here extends far beyond the hospital walls. You are surrounded by a rich culture of museums, music, and global cuisine. After a long shift, you can attend the symphony, visit a street food festival, walk through eucalyptus forests, or kayak along the bay. With easy access to Muni, Caltrain, and BART, commuting and travel are seamless. Most importantly, you become part of a close-knit community of people who care deeply about their work, their patients, and each other.
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials online:
- Cover letter
- CV
- Clinical statement
- Teaching/mentoring statement
- Statement of research, scholarly, and/or creative work
- Contact information for three references
Applicant materials must list current qualifications upon submission.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
UCSF is committed to welcoming and serving all people, honoring the dignity of every individual without preference or prejudice, in support of its public mission and in alignment with our PRIDE values and Principles of Community.
Work location
Work model: On-site
1;11, South Van Ness Avenue, Civic Center, San Francisco, California, 94103, United States
San Francisco, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleOversee clinical, educational, and operational functions of the Birth Center unit
- check_circleDevelop and maintain an outpatient practice within a UCSF prenatal care site
- check_circleMentor and educate the next generation of Ob/Gyn clinicians as faculty
- check_circleCollaborate with researchers and educators in an academic medical setting
- check_circleCoordinate high-risk, high-acuity obstetric care across Labor & Delivery and Antepartum units
- check_circleInfluence program development and lead quality improvement initiatives
- check_circleManage Obstetrical Emergency, Postpartum, and Antepartum unit operations
Requirements
- verifiedMD, DO, or MBBS
- verifiedBoard certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
- verified6+ years of post-residency experience managing high-acuity obstetric care
- verifiedActive and unrestricted California license
- verifiedMaternal-Fetal Medicine Fellowship preferred
Nice to Have
Completion of a Maternal-Fellowship in Maternal-Fetal Medicine.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleFaculty appointment in the UCSF School of Medicinecheck_circlePension plan and health coveragecheck_circleEligibility for additional compensation through the health sciences compensation plan
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Day-to-day, the Medical Director of UCSF Birth Center at UCSF Health will oversee clinical, educational, and operational functions of the birth center unit; develop and maintain an outpatient practice within a ucsf prenatal care site; mentor and educate the next generation of ob/gyn clinicians as faculty; and collaborate with researchers and educators in an academic medical setting.
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To qualify for the Medical Director of UCSF Birth Center at UCSF Health position, applicants should have: MD, DO, or MBBS; Board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology; 6+ years of post-residency experience managing high-acuity obstetric care; Active and unrestricted California license; and Maternal-Fetal Medicine Fellowship preferred.
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Medical Director of UCSF Birth Center at UCSF Health is based in 1;11, South Van Ness Avenue, Civic Center, San Francisco, California, 94103, United States. This is a on-site role.
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UCSF Health has listed this Medical Director of UCSF Birth Center role as on-site.
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Medical Director of UCSF Birth Center at UCSF Health typically requires 6+ years of relevant experience at the lead level.
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Key skills for Medical Director of UCSF Birth Center at UCSF Health include Maternal-Fetal Medicine; Obstetrics; Gynecology; Labor & Delivery; Antepartum; Postpartum; High-Risk Obstetric Care; and Medical Director.
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About UCSF Health
UCSF Health operates as an integrated healthcare network based in San Francisco, California, within the hospitals and health care industry. The organization includes UCSF Medical Center, recognized as a top ten hospital nationally, and UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals with campuses in Oakland and San Francisco. For over a century, the entity has delivered comprehensive medical treatment across virtually all specialties, ranging from oncology to women's health. The network is known for its innovative patient care, advanced technology, and pioneering research efforts.
The organization serves patients through a vast system generating approximately 1.1 million annual clinic visits and reporting $3.2 billion in annual revenue. Operations rely on a workforce of 12,000 employees who provide compassionate care across dozens of locations in San Francisco. The footprint extends beyond the city with outreach clinics throughout Northern California and surrounding regions. This scale allows UCSF Health to maintain expertise in complex medical fields while supporting the broader community with high-quality clinical services and research initiatives.
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