Location:Somerset, KY
Somerset is a picturesque city nestled in the heart of south-central Kentucky, known for its stunning Lake Cumberland and outdoor recreational opportunities. The area offers a welcoming small-town community with a relaxed pace of life while still providing access to essential amenities and a strong sense of Southern hospitality.
Facility:This regional hospital serves as a comprehensive medical center providing essential healthcare services to the south-central Kentucky community. The facility features a 23-bed department with two dedicated operating rooms available for c-sections and emergencies, offering a well-equipped environment for obstetric and gynecological care.
Opportunity:Physician (MD) - Obstetrics and Gynecology
Job Details:- OB/GYN Hospitalist position requiring the provider to remain on-site at the hospital unit throughout a 24-hour shift
- 8 patient encounters per shift
- Must hold an active Kentucky medical license
- Must have a clean background with no issues
- Board certification required
- BLS and PALS certifications required
- Credentialing timeframe approximately 60 days
- Manage low and high risk pregnancies
- Perform FHR interpretation including NST/CST/FSE
- Perform OB ultrasounds including Level I/Screening (viability) and Level II/Targeted (anatomic)
- Perform amniocentesis procedures
- Handle routine deliveries including vaginal and low forceps
- Decision-making for c-sections required
- Manage complicated deliveries including c-sections, breech, multiple births, abruptions, and VBACs
- Repair of 3rd and 4th degree lacerations required
- Perform surgical gynecology including open procedures, laparoscopic diagnostic/minor procedures, and operative/major procedures such as ectopic pregnancy, ovary removal, cystectomy, and extensive LOA's
- Candidates driving in only; no airfare provided
- Lodging available at Hampton Inn
- All communication to be kept on LocumSmart; no phone calls or emails
Compensation:Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.
