About the role
Oula delivers maternity care built around our patients—offering comprehensive support before, during, and after pregnancy. With fewer C-sections and higher VBAC success rates, our research-backed approach is delivering better outcomes. Our team of trusted midwives, OBGYNs, and dedicated care navigators ensure our patients get the type of care they need in the moments that matter most.
Since launching in 2021, we’ve expanded to include Preconception and Miscarriage Care, Pregnancy Care, Postpartum Support, and Gynecology. We currently have 4 clinics in the tri-state area, with three new clinics opening in 2026! Come join our team of clinicians, innovators, operators, and technologists passionate about setting a new standard in maternity care.
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Stamford Health, in partnership with Oula Health, is proud to offer a brand-new directorship opportunity for a board-certified experienced obstetrician.
Oula and Stamford Health have started a unique collaboration to provide high-quality maternity care in Fairfield County, offering comprehensive support before, during, and after pregnancy. Our team of trusted midwives, OB/GYNs, and dedicated care navigators provide care to support the needs of our diverse community. Together, Oula provided by Stamford Health is opening a practice location in Norwalk with additional locations to follow.
We are seeking an experienced, board-certified OB/GYN physician and Assistant Medical Director for an exciting opportunity to help build and lead a new collaborative care practice of midwives and OB/GYNs. This is a full-time position. Responsibilities include direct patient care, administrative duties and some education responsibilities. We require board-certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology, with at least 3 years of experience leading a team of midwives.
Our ideal candidate is passionate about providing expert person-centered care in a team environment. At Stamford Health, we believe that every patient deserves compassionate, personalized care and access to the most sophisticated clinical expertise available. Stamford Hospital has an OB/GYN residency training program on campus. Some academic responsibilities are required. Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons.
About Stamford Health:
In March 2024, Stamford Health proudly unveiled its newly renovated Hackett Family Maternity Unit, Women’s Specialty Care Center and Labor and Delivery Unit. The newly renovated Maternity Unit features a full nursery, new nursing stations and thirty-two fully renovated private rooms with enhanced accommodations for partners to stay comfortably overnight. The newly remodeled Labor and Delivery unit includes eleven state-of-the-art labor and delivery rooms, three operating rooms and four triage bays.
Stamford Hospital has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report (USNWR) as a High Performing Hospital for Maternity in its “Best Hospitals for Maternity in 2024” ratings. Stamford Hospital is one of only two hospitals in Connecticut and the only hospital in Fairfield County to earn this distinction. Fortune ranks Stamford in their 2024 list of “Top 50 Best Places to Live for Families”. With a blend of both urban and suburban worlds with residential neighborhoods and a thriving downtown and train access to NYC, Stamford has it all!
Highlights:
- Inpatient and outpatient medical management
- Offices in Norwalk and Stamford
- Collegial and supportive team environment
- Work schedule is M – F, 8am to 5pm
- Rotation on call required
- EPIC EMR
- Market competitive salary with wRVU incentives, and competitive benefits package
- Generous sign-on bonus and relocation bonus
*We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and inclusion and reflects the diversity of the community and patients we serve.
Requirements: Graduation from an ACGME accredited medical school, board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology and experience working with midwives. Must have previous leadership experience and a valid CT Medical License or the ability to obtain one.
Oula's Commitment as an Equal Opportunity Employer:
We want you to know: You can be a great candidate even if you don't fit everything we've described above. You can also have important skills we haven't thought of. If that's you, don't hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself (especially in your cover letter – this is where you can really state your case for *why you*). We are committed to fostering diversity in our organization and building an equitable and inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and experiences. We're taking steps to meet that commitment. We especially encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including women, people of color, LGBTQ people, veterans, and people with disabilities.
