About this opportunity
BAS Healthcare lists this Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician opportunity in cape girardeau, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Location:
Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau is a vibrant riverside city in southeastern Missouri, offering a welcoming community with a rich cultural scene, outdoor recreational opportunities along the Mississippi River, and a lower cost of living. Its central location provides easy access to several major metropolitan areas while maintaining a charming, close-knit atmosphere.
Facility:
This well-established hospital serves the southeastern Missouri region and provides comprehensive women's health services to its community. The facility features an 18-bed department with robust support staff including 24/7 CRNA coverage, respiratory therapy, surgical first assist, and dedicated labor and delivery nursing teams, ensuring a strong and collaborative care environment.
Opportunity:
Physician - Obstetrics and Gynecology
Job Details:
Provide comprehensive obstetrics and gynecology services with an average of 6.7 patient encounters per shift
24-hour call shifts beginning at 6AM, with ideal scheduling of 7 or more consecutive days; shorter durations also considered
Primarily solo call coverage; extended contracts of greater than one week may include midwife primary call with locum providing backup
Facility delivers approximately 600 babies annually with no laborist on staff
Manage both low and high risk pregnancies
Perform FHR interpretation including NST/CST/FSE
Perform routine and complicated deliveries including vaginal and cesarean sections
Manage complex obstetric cases including multiple births and abruptions
Decision-making authority for cesarean sections required
Perform major operative gynecology including ectopic pregnancy, ovary removal, cystectomy, and extensive LOA's
Handle OB GYN emergency call patient consults
Support staff includes 24/7 CRNA, 24/7 respiratory therapy, surgical first assist, minimum 2 L&D RNs with increased staffing as needed, 2 NICU nurses, and 1 OB tech
Call ratio 1:2 with midwife backup support as scheduled
Board certification required; active Missouri license or IMLC required
ACLS, ATLS, and BLS certifications required
Credentialing timeframe approximately 90 days
Nearest airport is Springfield Regional Airport; lodging available at TownePlace Suites
Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.
Who can apply
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