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How much do director midwifery jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for director midwifery in the United States is $109,723.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,500.00 and $135,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the roles and responsibilities of a director of midwifery?

A Director of Midwifery is a senior healthcare leader responsible for overseeing midwifery services within a hospital or healthcare organization. Their main duties include managing midwifery staff, ensuring high standards of patient care, developing policies, and overseeing budgets and resources. They also play a key role in staff recruitment, developing training programs, and ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices. The Director of Midwifery often collaborates with other healthcare professionals to improve maternity services and patient outcomes.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a director of midwifery?

To thrive as a Director of Midwifery, you need extensive clinical midwifery experience, leadership abilities, and often a master’s degree in midwifery or healthcare management. Familiarity with healthcare management systems, regulatory compliance tools, and relevant certifications such as CNM (Certified Nurse-Midwife) are typically required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, strategic decision-making, and the ability to inspire and lead teams are critical soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications are vital to ensure high standards of patient care, regulatory compliance, and effective team management across maternity services.

How does a director of midwifery collaborate with other healthcare leaders to improve patient care standards?

A Director of Midwifery works closely with medical directors, nursing leaders, and hospital administrators to develop and implement policies that enhance maternal and neonatal outcomes. They frequently participate in multidisciplinary meetings, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and facilitate training programs for clinical staff. This collaborative approach ensures that best practices are consistently applied, regulatory requirements are met, and patient care standards are elevated across the organization.

What is the difference between Director Midwifery vs Midwife?

AspectDirector MidwiferyMidwife
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) + Midwifery Certification + Leadership trainingRegistered Nurse (RN) + Midwifery Certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, administrative officesBirth centers, hospitals, community settings
Employer & IndustryHealthcare organizations, hospitals, health systemsHospitals, birthing centers, private practices

The main difference is that a Director Midwifery oversees midwifery services and manages teams, while a Midwife provides direct patient care during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. The Director role involves leadership and administrative responsibilities, whereas the Midwife focuses on clinical care.

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Infographic showing various Director Midwifery job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, and 15% Part Time. Highlights an 89% In-person, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,723 per year, or $52.8 per hour.

OB/GYN Midwifery Program - Associate Directorship Role

Stamford Health

Norwalk, CT • On-site

$250K - $271K/yr

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Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

Job Title

Lead a team of midwives in our new midwifery program!

Job Description

Stamford Health in Southwestern CT is seeking a full-time board-certified OB/GYN Associate Medical Director to lead our "Oula provided by Stamford Health" midwifery-integrated OB/GYN practice. The new OB/GYN Associate Medical Director will lead a collaborative team of certified nurse midwives in a model that values partnership, respect, and innovation. This is your opportunity to combine hands-on clinical care with meaningful leadership—mentoring midwives, guiding best practices, and championing a patient-centered approach that empowers women and families. Stamford is less than an hour to NYC and LaGuardia International Airport.

As a Planetree hospital, we are committed to personalizing, humanizing, and demystifying the healthcare experience for patients and their families. Our approach is holistic and encourages healing in all dimensions — mind, body, and spirit. Stamford Hospital has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care. Oula Health is redefining midwifery maternity care with a research-backed, patient-centered model that delivers better outcomes, including lower C-section rates and higher VBAC success. Highlights:

  • M - F, 8am to 5pm
  • 2.5 days at Stamford Hospital and 2 days in our new outpatient Norwalk Office
  • NO CALL DUTIES. Call is covered by midwives.
  • Scheduled procedures may occur outside of the regular workday.
  • Teach OB/GYN residents. Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of Columbia University Irving Medical Center with stand-alone residency training programs in OB/GYN; Family Medicine; General Surgery and Internal Medicine
  • US News & World Report designated Stamford Hospital as the #1 hospital in Fairfield County
  • Fully redesigned state of the art Maternity Unit featuring a level III NICU
Qualifications
  • Board-certified in OB/GYN
  • 2+ years of attending experience
  • Strong leadership and collaboration skills
  • Experience with midwifery models a must
Benefits
  • Market competitive salary
  • Rich benefits plan and wellness programs
  • 31 days of PTO
  • Tax deferred annuity and (403b) pension plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Free on-site parking and train station shuttle

Stamford Health has been recognized as Great Place to Work- Certified™ for the sixth consecutive year. Stamford Health is currently one of two hospital systems in Connecticut to hold this recognition and one of 55 hospital systems in the nation to be GPTW-Certified™.

Interviews are being scheduled now!!! If interested, please respond in confidence with your CV and cover letter to:

Ms. Robin Harrington, Physician Recruiter; rharringt@stamhealth.org

Job Info
  • Job Identification 3792
  • Locations 1 Omega Drive, Stamford, CT, 06907, US

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