Physician - OB Hospitalist - Hospital Fort Smith, Arkansas

Physician - OB Hospitalist - Mercy Hospital Fort Smith, Arkansas

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Mercy is recruiting an additional OB/Hospitalist to meet growing demand at Mercy Hospital – Fort Smith, Arkansas. Our hospital covers an extensive patient population of nearly 500,000 lives and is the regional leader for obstetrics and infant care.

We are looking for a provider passionate about providing exceptional care in a supportive and well‑equipped environment.

• Handle 220-270 births per month; laborists manage 30-50 cases and CNMs deliver about 10%.
• 24‑hour shifts dedicated solely to L&D and the OB Emergency Department, with no responsibilities for general floor, GYN, or main ED.
• Work in two dedicated ORs on L&D, with access to main OR rooms if needed.
• 24/7 support from in‑house anesthesia and neonatology;
  Maternal‑Fetal Medicine available virtually around the clock.
• Collaborate with a team of 10 local OBGYNs (9 integrated/employed); expect a net increase of one OBGYN in fall.

• Flexible recruitment incentives: sign‑on/commencement bonus, resident/fellow stipends, etc.
• Comprehensive day‑one benefits: health, dental, vision, CME.
• Retirement plans with employer contribution and matching options.
• Relocation package and professional liability coverage.
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) as a not‑for‑profit system.
• Eligibility for H1B sponsorship.
• System‑wide Epic EMR.

• Close proximity to lakes and streams for fishing, kayaking, boating.
• Neighborhoods adjacent to the hospital or rural settings within 20 minutes.
• Golf, tennis, hiking, biking trails, running, gyms.
• Rating #4 city in the U.S. for lowest cost of living by Kiplinger magazine.
• Population 90,000; third largest city in Arkansas.
• Award‑winning preK‑12 options; public, private, parochial schools.
• Home to local colleges, a state university, and the Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine.
• Convenient regional airport.

Entry level

Full‑time

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