A fantastic opportunity awaits a skilled Obstetrician to join a busy, high-acuity practice in Richland, WA. This locum tenens position requires covering several in-house 24-hour call shifts per month, focusing on emergent cases such as hysterectomy, ectopic pregnancy, and delivery complications. Supported by a team of five midwives, you'll play a vital role in delivering exceptional women’s health care within a dedicated Trauma Level 2 facility.
Key Details
- Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
- Setting: Inpatient
- Start Date: ASAP
- Schedule: Varied 24-hour in-house call shifts
- Patient Population: Adult
- Location: Richland, WA
- Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates
Benefits
- Weekly direct deposit
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Supportive credentialing assistance
- Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
- Flexible scheduling
Job Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive obstetric care during 24-hour call shifts
- Manage emergent cases in collaboration with hospital emergency departments
- Perform obstetric surgeries and complicated deliveries as required
- Interpret FHR (Fetal Heart Rate), perform OB ultrasounds and manage both low and high risk pregnancies
- Collaborate with midwives and healthcare team
Qualifications
- Board Certified in Obstetrics
- Current BLS certification
- Skilled in managing both routine and high-risk obstetric cases
- Proficient in surgical gynecology and complicated deliveries
Working Hours
- Flexible 24-hour call shifts as scheduled
Skills
- Expertise in low and high-risk pregnancy management
- Proficient in FHR interpretation and OB ultrasound
- Competence in routine and complex deliveries, including VBAC, C-section, and multiple births
- Strong decision-making skills for surgical procedures and emergency situations