Locum Tenens Opportunity : OB / GYN Physician Near Iowa City, IA (ASAP - Ongoing)
We are seeking a Board-Certified / Board-Eligible OB / GYN Physician for a locum tenens opportunity near Iowa City, IA . This position offers 24-hour call coverage and is available ASAP - Ongoing . If youre an OB / GYN physician looking for flexible coverage options in a hospital setting, this could be a great fit.
Position Overview :
- Profession : Physician
- Specialty : OB / GYN
- Start Date : ASAP
- Contract Length : Ongoing
- Shift Type : 24-hour call (can be split into 12 hours on-site and 12 hours from a hotel depending on census)
Schedule Details :
Shifts : 24-hour call12 hours on-site, 12 hours off-site from a nearby hotel, depending on census
Sleep room available on-site for convenienceCall Requirements : 1 : 5 call ratio, with call schedule available 1-2 months in advanceDates of Coverage :October 6 & 7
Additional dates in November and beyondTrauma Level : Level 3Practice Setting :
Setting : OB & GYN in a hospitalAverage of 2-5 nursery admissions per day
40% low-risk pregnancies, 60% high-risk pregnanciesPercentage of C-sections depends on the physicianSupport Staff :Labor & Delivery team
Postpartum, OR, ER staff1-2 Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs)Onsite Facilities : Lab & Ultrasound availableEMR System : CERNERResponsibilities :
Clinical Expertise :Provide 24-hour OB / GYN care in a hospital setting
Handle a mix of low and high-risk pregnanciesPerform C-sections as neededCollaborate with support staff to ensure quality care in Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and Emergency servicesAssist with on-call duties for scheduled dates and potentially more as neededCall Coverage :Flexible call schedule, working 24-hour shifts, split between on-site and off-site availability depending on patient census
Ability to cover additional shifts as the need arises due to physician shortagesRequirements :
Licensure : Active and unrestricted Iowa medical license requiredCertification : Board-Certified / Board-Eligible in OB / GYNAdditional Certifications : NRP requiredExperience : Prior experience with both low and high-risk pregnancies preferredAdditional Details :
Reason for Coverage : The facility lost a physician, and a new one wont start until summer 2025. Theres also an anticipated maternity leave.Coverage Length : Flexible, with opportunities for ongoing locum coveragePatient Volume : Call-only work, average of 2-5 admissions per dayCompensation : Hourly rate, determined based on experience and contract termsIf youre an experienced OB / GYN looking for a locum tenens opportunity near Iowa City, IA , we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
Job ID : j-249484
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