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.
Position Details:
- 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
Credentials & Certifications:
- 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
Perks:
- 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!
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