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OB/GYN Physician

We are seeking a dedicated OB/GYN Physician for an exciting locum tenens opportunity near Grethel, Kentucky. This assignment offers flexible ongoing coverage and is perfect for a provider looking for call-only work with a manageable patient load in a scenic part of the state.

Job Description

• Specialty: Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)
• Start Date: October 31, 2024
• End Date: Ongoing, with coverage extending into 2025
• Location: Near Grethel, KY
• Call Schedule:
  • Beeper call
  • 24-hour shifts
  • Call ratio: 1:2
  • Expected callbacks: 3-5 per 24-hour shift
  • Call response time: 20 minutes
• Patients per Shift: Approximately 8, including 5 admissions
• Deliveries per Year: 450, with high and low-risk pregnancy care

Clinical Environment

• Practice Setting: Inpatient only
• Bed Capacity: 20 in OB/GYN department
• NICU Level: 2
• Rounding: Required
• Support Staff: Includes registered nurses (RN) on-call
• Technology: EMR system: MediTech

Skills and Procedures Required

• Routine and complicated deliveries, including C-sections and breech presentations
• Fetal heart rate (FHR) interpretation
• OB ultrasound performance and interpretation
• Management of both low and high-risk pregnancies
• Surgical gynecology: minor and major operative procedures, including laparoscopic and open surgeries

Requirements

• Board eligibility required (Certification is a plus but not mandatory)
• BLS and PALS required
• Temporary privileges available for fast onboarding
• Estimated credentialing time: 45 days

Benefits

• Travel and lodging covered by the vendor
• Insurance provided during the assignment
• Ongoing need: Secure opportunities for future coverage throughout 2025

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive team and make a difference in the community while enjoying the flexibility of a locum role. If you are looking for a new opportunity in the beautiful region near Grethel, KY, we encourage you to apply!