Perinatologist / Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas
Commonwealth Medical Services· West - Hendrick Healthcare
About this role
Perinatologist / Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician (MD/DO)
Position Summary
The Perinatologist provides specialized care for pregnant patients with high-risk or medically complex pregnancies. This role focuses on advanced obstetric management, fetal assessment, and coordination of multidisciplinary care to optimize maternal and fetal outcomes throughout pregnancy and the peripartum period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Evaluate and manage high-risk pregnancies including maternal medical comorbidities, obstetric complications, and fetal anomalies
- Provide consultation services to obstetricians, family medicine physicians, and other referring providers
- Perform and interpret advanced obstetric ultrasound and fetal diagnostic studies
- Develop and manage individualized care plans for complex maternal and fetal conditions
- Provide antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum care for high-risk obstetric patients as appropriate
- Collaborate with neonatology, genetics, anesthesia, cardiology, endocrinology, and other specialties
- Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and care planning meetings
- Counsel patients and families regarding pregnancy risks, fetal conditions, and management options
- Supervise and educate residents, fellows, sonographers, and advanced practice providers as applicable
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
- Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards
Qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
- Completion of an accredited Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program
- Completion of an accredited Maternal-Fetal Medicine fellowship
- Board-eligible or board-certified in Maternal-Fetal Medicine
- Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
- DEA registration or eligibility
Skills and Competencies
- Expertise in high-risk obstetrics and maternal-fetal medicine
- Advanced diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills
- Proficiency in obstetric ultrasound and fetal assessment
- Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary care teams
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care
Work Environment
- Outpatient maternal-fetal medicine clinics, hospital labor and delivery units, and inpatient obstetric services
- Call coverage as determined by program or practice needs
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, sit, and move throughout clinic and hospital environments
- Manual dexterity for ultrasound procedures and clinical examinations
- Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and diagnostic interpretation
Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the Perinatologist / Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas position at Commonwealth Medical Services located?
This Perinatologist / Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas role at Commonwealth Medical Services is based in Abilene, Texas, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Perinatologist / Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas role at Commonwealth Medical Services full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Perinatologist / Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas role in the West - Hendrick Healthcare department at Commonwealth Medical Services.
Which team or department does the Perinatologist / Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas at Commonwealth Medical Services belong to?
This Perinatologist / Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas position is part of the West - Hendrick Healthcare department at Commonwealth Medical Services. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Perinatologist / Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas position at Commonwealth Medical Services?
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When was the Perinatologist / Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas job at Commonwealth Medical Services posted?
This Perinatologist / Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas position at Commonwealth Medical Services was posted on Jan 10, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Perinatologist / Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas
Commonwealth Medical Services
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