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Locum Tenens Opportunity: OB/GYN Physician Near Iowa City, IA (ASAP - Ongoing)We are seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible OB/GYN Physician for a locum tenens opportunity near Iowa City, IA. This position offers 24-hour call coverage and is available ASAP - Ongoing. If youre an OB/GYN physician looking for flexible coverage options in a hospital setting, this could be a great fit.Position Overview: Profession: Physician Specialty: OB/GYN Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: Ongoing Shift Type: 24-hour call (can be split into 12 hours on-site and 12 hours from a hotel depending on census)Schedule Details: Shifts: 24-hour call 12 hours on-site, 12 hours off-site from a nearby hotel, depending on census Sleep room available on-site for convenience Call Requirements: 1:5 call ratio, with call schedule available 1-2 months in advance Dates of Coverage: October 6 & 7 Additional dates in November and beyond Trauma Level: Level 3Practice Setting: Setting: OB & GYN in a hospital Average of 2-5 nursery admissions per day 40% low-risk pregnancies, 60% high-risk pregnancies Percentage of C-sections depends on the physician Support Staff: Labor & Delivery team Postpartum, OR, ER staff 1-2 Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs) Onsite Facilities: Lab & Ultrasound available EMR System: CERNERResponsibilities: Clinical Expertise: Provide 24-hour OB/GYN care in a hospital setting Handle a mix of low and high-risk pregnancies Perform C-sections as needed Collaborate with support staff to ensure quality care in Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and Emergency services Assist with on-call duties for scheduled dates and potentially more as needed Call Coverage: Flexible call schedule, working 24-hour shifts, split between on-site and off-site availability depending on patient census Ability to cover additional shifts as the need arises due to physician shortagesRequirements: Licensure: Active and unrestricted Iowa medical license required Certification: Board-Certified/Board-Eligible in OB/GYN Additional Certifications: NRP required Experience: Prior experience with both low and high-risk pregnancies preferredAdditional Details: Reason for Coverage: The facility lost a physician, and a new one wont start until summer 2025. Theres also an anticipated maternity leave. Coverage Length: Flexible, with opportunities for ongoing locum coverage Patient Volume: Call-only work, average of 2-5 admissions per day Compensation: Hourly rate, determined based on experience and contract termsIf youre an experienced OB/GYN looking for a locum tenens opportunity near Iowa City, IA, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.Job ID: j-
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iowa city, IA, 52240, US
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