OBGYN

OB Hospitalist

Join our mission at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, where we are dedicated to providing consistent, unconditional, quality medical care to every expectant mother presenting to labor and delivery. As the largest and only dedicated OB/GYN hospitalist employer in the nation, you can continue to do the work you love while making a significant difference in the lives of women, all while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Job Description

• Provide clinic and labor & delivery support to ensure consistent high-quality care.
• Expand access to care for women in the community.
• Reduce time to OB visits (currently scheduling 4-5 months out).
• Reduce time to schedule Well Women's Visits.
• Opportunity to increase GYN surgeries.

Program Details

• Program Start Date: Jan 1, 2025 (TBD)
• OB/GYNs to Provide GYN Coverage: No
• OB/GYNs Required to Perform Circumcisions: Yes
• OB/GYNs Needed for First Assist: Yes
• Backup Available to the Physicians: Yes
• Gyn Onc: Available for consult
• Urology: Available for consult

Hospital Details

• Total Unassigned (Walk-in) Deliveries in past 12 months: 44
• Total Unscheduled Outpatient Triage/Visit last 12 months: 2370
• Monthly Anticipated OBHG Deliveries: 14
• NICU Level: III Neo Provider in-house
• Annual Births: 1322
• OB Level: III
• Trauma Level: III
• Anesthesia: In-house
• MFM: Consult available 24/7
• EMR used: EPIC

Community Overview

Muncie is a mid-sized city known for being home to Ball State University, a major educational and cultural hub. Historically, it gained prominence as the "Middletown" of America due to sociological studies in the 1920s that analyzed typical American life. The city has a strong manufacturing heritage, with the Ball Brothers Glass Manufacturing Company playing a key role in its development. Muncie offers a mix of small-town charm and modern amenities, with attractions like the Minnetrista cultural center and Cardinal Greenway trail. Its vibrant arts scene, affordable living, and university influence make it an attractive place for residents and students alike.