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Job description
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.
Worksite address
somerset, KY, 42503, US
Who can apply
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