Locum Tenens OB/GYN Physician Jobs in Pocatello, Idaho
Seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Obstetrics and Gynecology physician for a locum tenens opportunity in Pocatello, Idaho. Join an established OB/GYN care team providing essential call coverage and comprehensive care for obstetric patients in a supportive hospital environment. This opportunity includes care for both low- and high-risk pregnancies, with access to maternal-fetal medicine resources and a Level III NICU. Pocatello offers a welcoming community surrounded by the scenic landscapes of southeastern Idaho, making it an appealing location for physicians who enjoy outdoor recreation and a relaxed pace of life.
Locum Tenens Physician Job Details
- Specialty: Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)
- Opportunity Type: Locum tenens physician assignment
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $6,480-$7,670
- Start Date: October 19, 2026, with ongoing coverage needs
- Duration: Approximately 13 weeks, with additional coverage needs through December
- Schedule: Overnight call shifts from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., along with select 24-hour call shifts
- Clinical Environment: Level III NICU, Level II trauma setting, maternal-fetal medicine resources, and a 10-bed obstetrics and gynecology department
- Credentialing: Estimated completion timeframe of approximately 45 days after submission of a completed medical staff application
OB/GYN Physician Job Requirements
- At least 1 year of recent obstetrics and gynecology physician experience
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Ability to manage low- and high-risk pregnancies and provide comprehensive obstetric care
- Proficiency with fetal heart rate interpretation, including NST, CST, and FSE
- Experience performing and interpreting Level I and Level II obstetric ultrasounds
- Competence with amniocentesis, routine vaginal delivery, low-forceps delivery, and cesarean section decision-making
- Experience managing complicated deliveries, including breech presentations, multiple births, abruptions, VBACs, and cesarean sections
- Ability to repair third- and fourth-degree lacerations
- Preferred: Experience with minor laparoscopic gynecologic procedures and selected major operative gynecology procedures
- Active, unrestricted medical license and eligibility for clinical privileges in Idaho
OB/GYN Physician Responsibilities
- Provide scheduled obstetric and gynecologic call coverage to support continuity of patient care
- Evaluate and manage patients with low- and high-risk pregnancies, including high-risk antepartum patients
- Perform routine vaginal deliveries and manage complicated deliveries, including breech, multiple birth, abruption, VBAC, and cesarean cases
- Interpret fetal monitoring and obstetric ultrasound findings to guide clinical decision-making
- Perform amniocentesis and repair complex perineal lacerations when clinically indicated
- Collaborate with family medicine residents, supervising hospitalists, maternal-fetal medicine specialists, and neonatal care teams
- Respond to urgent obstetric needs and help ensure timely care for patients requiring delivery or escalation of services
Apply now for this locum tenens OB/GYN physician opportunity in Pocatello, Idaho, and join a collaborative healthcare team serving patients across southeastern Idaho.
Benefits
GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
