How to hire a gynecologist

How to hire a gynecologist, step by step

Here's a step-by-step gynecologist hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a gynecologist job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new gynecologist
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your gynecologist job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a gynecologist for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a gynecologist to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a gynecologist that fits the bill.

   Here's a comparison of gynecologist salaries for various roles:

   Type of Gynecologist	Description	Hourly rate
   Gynecologist	Physicians and surgeons diagnose and treat injuries or illnesses. Physicians examine patients; take medical histories; prescribe medications; and order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests... Show more	$84-329
   Physician	Physicians' general responsibility is to check, diagnose, and treat a patient's condition to improve their overall wellness. A physician could be General Practitioners or Specialist Physicians, wherein General Practitioners are physicians who provide regular checkups for patients depending on their needs and refer them to a Specialist Physicians who are more skilled in a particular field of expertise for a thorough diagnosis... Show more	$61-212
   Doctor	A doctor is a medical expert who diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries, often specializing in particular areas. Their responsibilities revolve around conducting initial interviews and examinations, studying a patient's medical history and laboratory results, providing consultations and care advice, prescribing medication, and referring patients to specialists when necessary... Show more	$50-196

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Patients
   • GYN
   • Surgery
   • Patient Care
   • EMR
   • Diagnosis
   • Medical Care
   • Pediatrics
   • Robotic Surgery
   • Leep
   • Medical Procedures
   • Office Procedures
   • Blood Pressure
   • Exam Rooms

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Develop skills in managing diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension.
   • Coordinate case management with patients.
   • Serve as private practice gynecologist treating patients utilizing extensive knowledge and gynecologic procedures relate to fertility and gynecology.
   • Experience with electronic medical records and the coordination and distribution of professional documents in accordance to HIPAA regulations.
   • Monitor and manage patient medical records in compliance with HIPPA.

   More gynecologist duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the gynecologist job description is a good way to get more applicants. A gynecologist salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a gynecologist in Texas may be lower than in Alaska, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level gynecologist. Additionally, a gynecologist with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average gynecologist salary

   $346,535yearly

   $166.60 hourly rate

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   Entry-level gynecologist salary

   $175,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 23, 2026

   Average gynecologist salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Ohio	$366,597	$176
   2	Utah	$361,477	$174
   3	North Carolina	$352,188	$169
   4	Missouri	$345,794	$166
   5	New York	$330,364	$159
   6	Oregon	$300,450	$144
   7	Delaware	$287,062	$138
   8	Florida	$267,607	$129
   9	Georgia	$257,495	$124
   10	California	$256,268	$123
   11	Texas	$246,743	$119
   12	Arizona	$224,833	$108

   Average gynecologist salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Trinity Health	$410,480	$197.35	9
   2	Mayo Clinic	$383,778	$184.51	11
   3	Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health	$365,198	$175.58
   4	Ogden Clinic	$359,652	$172.91
   5	Emory Healthcare	$330,424	$158.86	2
   6	Praxis	$311,285	$149.66
   7	UNC REX Healthcare	$308,848	$148.48
   8	UNC Health Care	$287,839	$138.38	4
   9	Cleveland Clinic	$287,646	$138.29	13
   10	Emory University	$237,158	$114.02	4
   11	Mount Sinai Health System	$235,330	$113.14	3
   12	National Medical Association	$233,679	$112.35
   13	Medical Service	$228,318	$109.77
   14	West Virginia University	$221,252	$106.37
   15	Dartmouth-Hitchcock	$211,503	$101.68
   16	Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center	$208,274	$100.13
   17	Interpath Labs	$169,210	$81.35
   18	HealthTrust	$126,831	$60.98

4. Writing a gynecologist job description

   A gynecologist job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a gynecologist job description:

   Gynecologist job description example

   Praxis Health, has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Gynecologist to become part of an established team of providers at our High Lakes Gynecology clinic in the outdoor adventure town of Bend, Oregon. You will join a small but highly motivated and mission-driven team of providers while also working closely with, and being supported by our exceptional care team and administrative staff.
   
   High Lakes Gynecology, part of Praxis Health, has been serving the community since 2008. Our providers offer all gynecology related procedures, while ensuring that patients are educated about disease prevention, detection, and reproductive health.
   
   This role involves a mix of office based and optional surgical gynecology, with call, but no OB responsibilities. Our ideal candidate is Board Eligible/Board Certified, with excellent surgical skills, an impeccable bed-side manner, strong communication skills and a compassionate character. Be a part of a highly collegial group at a busy practice in Central Oregon that offers work-life balance!
   No OB Mix of office based and surgical gynecology Optional surgical privileges/ tailor your practice Desirable 4 day schedule Equitable call Base salary plus incentive opportunity Generous PTO and dedicated CME with professional allowance Excellent and supportive team environment Experienced physician preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply To submit your CV, or for more information, please contact Shannon Lynch, Provider and Medical Recruitment, Praxis Health, Bend, Oregon Bend offers the very best in year-round outdoor life and recreation, and is a favorite vacation destination for many. Mt. Bachelor, 20 minutes from downtown Bend, is the premiere destination ski resort in the state of Oregon, with numerous cross country trails and snow mobile parks.
   With the highest average number of sunny days in the state, summer seems to never end! Clear days average 158 days per year with an additional 105 days that are mostly sunny. Summer sports include hiking, climbing at Smith Rock, fishing (lake and river), mountain biking, river sports, and over two-dozen golf courses are within a 45-minute radius. The public school system is strong, and there re private school options at all grade levels. There is a strong community college, and Oregon State University just launched the Cascades Campus, a full four-year university, also offering some graduate programs. A terrific regional airport in nearby Redmond provides numerous daily shuttles to Portland, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, Denver and Chicago. High Lakes Gynecology is located in the Hosmer Lake building, a dedicated site for gynecology, on our Shevlin Park Campus. Additional clinics within walking distance offer Family Medicine, Pediatrics and Dermatology. High Lakes Health Care is a local, independent health care practice with primary care doctors, family nurse practitioners and more. Our team of care providers remains committed to caring for patients the way they want to, in a hands-on way that values relationships over volume.
   Our primary care physicians take on challenges in health care to further assist our patients. To be part of our practice, every provider is charged with making quality improvements to health care above and beyond the normal routine. With locations in Bend's Upper Mill, Sisters, and Redmond we provide convenient access to health care for our patients. As an organization that is family-owned and operated, we believe in the importance of delivering community-oriented care through accessible services that optimize the health and quality of life for all persons.
   Requirements: MD/DO Board certification or board eligibile Gynecologist Experienced physician preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply
   Praxis Health is the Pacific Northwest's leading independent healthcare network, providing the highest levels of individualized patient care. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. It all starts with putting patients and families at the forefront. Our efforts focus not only on providing exceptional patient care when it is needed, but also on the wellness services and community outreach that engage and empower the people we serve to take charge of their health. All delivered by a team of mission driven providers, employees and administrators - the best minds and the biggest hearts - to help ensure the safest, highest quality of care for all. For more, p lease click here:
   While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Work Environment: Combination of medical office and exam/procedure room settings.
   EOE Disabled/Veteran Praxis Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find gynecologists for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your gynecologist job on Zippia to find and recruit gynecologist candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit gynecologists, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new gynecologist

   Once you've found the gynecologist candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new gynecologist. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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