OB GYN Maternal and Fetal Medicine Physician
Listed compensation
$363K - $481K
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Job Description
We are recruiting for a mission-driven OB GYN Maternal and Fetal Medicine Physician to join our team! We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey.
Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency Department OB/GYN Physicians Maternal Fetal Medicine Physician Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology Denver Health Medical Center Denver Health Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) Physician to join our OBGYN team.
As Colorado’s safety-net hospital, Denver Health is committed to being the most trusted healthcare provider in the state by delivering compassionate, equitable, and comprehensive high-quality care.
We embrace our core values of respect, belonging, transparency, and accountability to create an environment where patients and staff alike feel supported in pursuing their wellbeing.
The MFM team at Denver Health provides specialized care to pregnant patients considered moderate to high risk, supporting them from pre-conception through the post-partum period.
Our physicians provide consultation to colleagues throughout the Denver Health network, including advanced practice providers such as Certified Nurse Midwives and Nurse Practitioners, generalist OB/GYN and Family Medicine providers.
The Department of OB/GYN is a highly collaborative environment where physicians, advanced practice providers, and nursing staff work as cohesive team. We are committed to fostering an atmosphere where team members practice at the top of their scope, ensuring the highest quality, patient-centered care.
This collaborative approach not only improves outcomes but strengthens our collective ability to meet the diverse and complex needs of our patient population.
Denver Health serves the underserved populations of the city and county of Denver, primarily caring for patients who are government-insured and medically and socially complex. With approximately 4,000 births annually, the Department delivers full-scope obstetric and gynecologic services.
About half of these patients receive care in our OB/GYN clinics staffed by OB/GYN physicians and advanced practice providers (CNMs and NPs), while the remainder are served through community clinics with Family Medicine providers.
As a teaching affiliate of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Denver Health is highly invested in educating the next generation of the healthcare workforce.
Faculty members in the OB/GYN Department engage regularly in teaching residents and medical students, contributing both clinically and in didactic settings. In addition, our physicians hold academic appointments through the University of Colorado School of Medicine.
The MFM Physician plays a critical role in guiding and coordinating care for moderate and high- risk patients, while also participating in the broader obstetric care at Denver Health.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited
Attending and precepting High-Risk and Diabetic OB Clinics Reading and interpreting obstetric ultrasounds and providing consultations for abnormal findings Collaborating with genetic counselor(s) Performing specialized obstetric procedures, such as amniocentesis and cervical cerclage Participating in multidisciplinary care conferences for complex patients Providing inpatient consultation for critically ill and high-risk OB patients Offering expert consultation for outpatient high-risk patients Leadership opportunities if desired Denver Health invites candidates who share our dedication to providing exceptional, equitable care in a supportive, collaborative environment to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Interested Applicants Should Submit CV and Cover Letter to: Aaron Ortiz, Manager of Provider Recruitment Aaron.ortiz@dhha.org Essential Functions: Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical histories, reports, or examination results (20%) Care for and treat patients with high-risk pregnancies (60%) Perform specialized obstetrical procedures (5%) Participate in or support education and research (10%) Education: Doctorate Degree Graduate of an accredited medical school Required Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate Program ABOG certified Obstetrics and Gynecology Required and Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate Program ABOG board-eligible or certified Maternal fetal Medicine Required Work Experience: 1-3 years Directly related experience Licenses: OBGYN-Obstetrics and Gynecology Certification - AAFP - American Academy of Family Physicians Required and MD-Physician - State Medical Board Required BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques.
Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment. Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care. Able to receive detailed information through oral communications; express or exchange ideas by verbal communications.
Excellent written and verbal communications, listening, and social skills. Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels and value systems. Performs in a tactful and professional manner. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Computer skills required.
Shift Work Type Regular Salary $363,300.00 - $481,200.00 / Yr
Benefits
At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community.
Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs.
We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions.
When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.
Here is a small list of our benefit programs: Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5% Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation) Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more Tuition reimbursement & assistance Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer About Denver Health Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net health care system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.
Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer. Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.
All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.
We Love Our Purpose Our purpose shapes our culture and guides how we show up—for our patients, our communities, and one another. Every role at Denver Health contributes to improving lives, advancing health equity, and strengthening the communities we serve.
Together, we strive to transform the health of our patients and to be the most trusted healthcare provider in Colorado. Our values—respect, belonging, transparency, and accountability—are the foundation of our culture and are reflected across every position, clinical and nonclinical alike.
No matter where you work at Denver Health, your role has a meaningful impact on patient health—often in ways you may not even realize. We invest in our people through resources designed to support both immediate success and long-term growth.
Mentorship programs, tuition assistance, and our Workforce Development Center help employees transition seamlessly into their roles while preparing for future advancement. We also lead the market with a competitive benefits package, including retirement contributions with a match of up to 9.5%.
Recognizing the emotional and physical demands of many jobs in healthcare, we created the RESTORE Center—a leading-edge space that provides intentional peer-support, and an innovative environment designed to reduce burnout and support employee well-being.
At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s jour
Key Responsibilities
The MFM Physician provides specialized care and consultation for moderate to high-risk pregnant patients from pre-conception through postpartum. Responsibilities include performing specialized obstetric procedures, interpreting ultrasounds, and precepting in high-risk and diabetic clinics.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Doctorate Degree from an accredited medical school and be ABOG certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Additionally, they must be ABOG board-eligible or certified in Maternal Fetal Medicine with 1-3 years of related experience.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Maternal-Fetal Medicine — Physician Career Context
In Colorado, the Physician weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$291k (703 salary observations; 1,591 listings), vs ~$294k nationally (13,952 salary observations; 57,496 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-11-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$422k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $410k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
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