Chair, Obstetrics & Gynecology - Western Region
Rochester Regional Health · Batavia, NY
Posted October 17, 2026
United Memorial Medical Center (Batavia) · 127 North St, Batavia, NY, US, 14020
- Pay: $400,000 – $500,000 per year
- Employment: Full Time
- Location: United Memorial Medical Center (Batavia)
- Rochester Regional Health Job ID: REQ_227408
Rochester Regional Health is seeking an accomplished Obstetrics & Gynecology physician leader to serve as Chair of Women's Health, providing strategic and clinical leadership across a growing, multi-hospital Women's Health service line.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a collaborative physician executive who is passionate about advancing women's healthcare, developing physicians, and shaping the future of an integrated health system.
The Opportunity
As Chair, you will partner with executive leadership to oversee Women's Health services across Unity Hospital and United Memorial Medical Center while maintaining an active clinical practice.
You'll lead a highly engaged team of physicians and advanced practice providers, driving quality, innovation, physician engagement, and strategic growth across Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Our Women's Health service line delivers
- More than 5,000 births annually
- Over 4,000 gynecologic procedures each year
- Comprehensive inpatient and outpatient Women's Health services
- Academic and residency teaching opportunities
- Access to advanced surgical technology and multidisciplinary specialty care
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership for Women's Health across multiple hospitals and practice locations
- Advance clinical quality, patient safety, and patient experience
- Foster collaboration across Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Women's specialty services including Urogynecology, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Oncology, and Reproductive Health
- Support residency education, mentorship, and physician development
- Drive innovation and service line growth throughout the region
Qualifications
- MD or DO
- Board Certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Eligible for New York State medical licensure
- Demonstrated physician leadership experience in a hospital, academic, or integrated health system
- Advanced leadership training (MBA, MHA, MPH, or equivalent) preferred
Why Rochester Regional Health?
Rochester Regional Health is a physician-led integrated health system where clinical leaders are empowered to shape the future of healthcare. As Chair of Women's Health, you'll lead a growing regional network of outpatient practices, three hospitals, and multidisciplinary Women's Health services dedicated to delivering exceptional care across every stage of a woman's life.
Our culture is grounded in collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, giving physician leaders the opportunity to drive strategic growth, advance clinical excellence, and develop the next generation of Women's Health providers.
Our Purpose: Uplift Humanity Through Care for Our Community.
Live and Lead in Rochester, New York
Rochester offers an outstanding quality of life with affordable housing, excellent schools, vibrant arts and culture, and easy access to the Finger Lakes, Adirondacks, and major Northeast cities. Whether you're advancing your career or raising a family, Rochester provides the perfect balance of professional opportunity and personal lifestyle.
If you're ready to make a lasting impact on Women's Health while leading one of the region's most respected programs, we'd love to connect with you.
To learn more about this opportunity, you can schedule a call using this link
Employer
Rochester Regional Health
Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health system serving Western New York, the Finger Lakes and the North Country. It cares for more than 570,000 patients across communities from Rochester and Batavia to Clifton Springs, Newark and St. Lawrence County.
The Rochester Regional Health system:
- Rochester General Hospital, the system's flagship, and Unity Hospital in Greece
- United Memorial Medical Center (Batavia), Clifton Springs Hospital & Clinic, Newark-Wayne Community Hospital, and Canton-Potsdam, Massena and Gouverneur hospitals in St. Lawrence County
- The Sands-Constellation Heart Institute, Lipson Cancer Institute, primary and specialty care practices, urgent care, ElderONE (PACE) and behavioral health services across the region
Why physicians and advanced practice providers choose Rochester Regional Health:
- Named one of Becker's Top 150 Health Systems to Work For
- Physician-led governance and leadership, with teaching opportunities through residency programs at Rochester General, Unity and United Memorial
- Published pay ranges on every position, with sign-on bonuses and relocation on many roles
- Fully covered malpractice, CME time and allowance, generous PTO, and 403(b)/457(b) retirement plans
- An affordable region with Lake Ontario, the Finger Lakes, Letchworth State Park and the Adirondacks close by