PeaceHealth is growing its Obstetrics Hospitalist Program and is seeking a dedicated OB Hospitalist (MD/DO) to join a highly collaborative team at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in beautiful Bellingham, WA. This is an outstanding opportunity to practice high-quality, team-based OB care in a supportive environment—while living in one of the Pacific Northwest’s most desirable communities.

Why Join PeaceHealth?

At PeaceHealth, you’ll find a collegial culture that values collaboration, respect, and clinician well-being. Our OB Hospitalists work closely with Certified Nurse Midwives, Pediatric Hospitalists, nursing, anesthesia, and multidisciplinary teams to provide exceptional care to our community.

Program Highlights

Supportive, collegial OB Hospitalist team
Flexible scheduling with 8–12 hour shifts
Highly experienced nursing staff, respiratory therapists, and support teams
24/7 Pediatric Hospitalist coverage for newborn care
Certified OB Emergency Department
Approximately 2,000 births annually serving a regional population of 229,000
Level III B Nursery
Two dedicated OB operating rooms with OB anesthesia support
Epic EMR

Ideal Candidate

Experienced OB Hospitalist (MD/DO)
Passion for caring for underserved and diverse populations
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Comfortable working closely with Certified Nurse Midwives and across departments

Compensation & Benefits

Guaranteed first-year income: $369,657.60
Employment bonus and relocation stipend
Education loan reimbursement
Comprehensive benefits package
Robust clinician wellness program
CME allowance up to $3,300 per calendar year

Live Where Others Vacation: Bellingham, WA

Bellingham offers an unbeatable lifestyle—where sea, mountains, and rainforest meet vibrant urban living. Enjoy world-class outdoor recreation with Mount Baker skiing, San Juan Islands kayaking, and North Cascades hiking all within reach. Stay closer to home to explore Fairhaven and Downtown’s shops, cafés, and restaurants, or enjoy a performance at the historic Mount Baker Theatre. Excellent schools, strong community spirit, and stunning scenery make Bellingham an exceptional place to live and work.

About PeaceHealth

PeaceHealth has proudly served northwest Washington since 1890. PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center is a 265-bed, Level II Trauma Center offering a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services. The Whatcom Region includes advanced cardiovascular care, comprehensive specialty services, and a strong primary care network through PeaceHealth Medical Group.

If this opportunity resonates with you, we’d love to connect:

Kylie Holton
Physician & Clinician Recruiter
[email protected]

PeaceHealth is deeply committed to inclusivity, respect for diversity, and cultural humility, and offers exceptional benefits to support clinicians personally and professionally.

PeaceHealth is an EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.

PeaceHealth is expanding its OB Hospital team and seeking an OB Hospitalist to work with its team at St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, Washington.