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ATC West Healthcare Services is seeking OB/GYN Physicians for a locum tenens opportunity in CA, providing coverage in a dedicated Family Birthing Center. The role involves handling deliveries, C-sections, and emergency OB/GYN consultations in the ED. Physicians will work alongside a strong support team including anesthesiologists, pediatricians, and other OB/GYN professionals.

Schedule / Availability Requirements

• Urgent Coverage Dates:

  • October 20 (8 AM) – October 24 (8 AM), 2025

• Shift Type: 24-hour call coverage

• Average Callback Hours: 4–6 hours per 24-hour shift

Job Details / Responsibilities

• Setting: Hospital with a Family Birthing Center and its own dedicated OR for C-sections

• Average Deliveries: 23–30 deliveries per month (can go up to 40)

• Duties Include:

  • Vaginal deliveries and C-sections

  • OB/GYN-related ED call coverage

  • Performing all standard OB/GYN procedures (exact procedures TBD)

• Support Staff:

  • On-call anesthesiologists (after hours/weekends)

  • 3 local OB/GYNs, 1 Family Medicine OB

  • Pediatrician on call

  • Experienced Respiratory Therapists

  • General Surgeons on-site

• EMR System: Cerner

• Reason for Need: Physician cancellation and maternity leave

• Preferred Lodging: GoldMiner’s Inn

Skills & Qualifications

• Required Certifications:

  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in OB/GYN (within 5 years) – Required

  • CA Medical License – Required

  • DEA Registration – Required during credentialing

  • Proof of malpractice coverage – Preferred

• Clinical Experience:

  • Completion of ACGME/AOA OB/GYN residency

  • Performance of at least 100 gynecologic surgeries in the past 2 years OR recent formal OB/GYN training

• Credentialing Timeline: Minimum 10 days from completed application

• Proctoring Requirements:

  • OB: Observation of 2 non-emergency deliveries (1 must be a C-section if applicable)

  • GYN: Observation of 3 surgeries (1 hysteroscopy, 1 laparoscopy, 1 open laparotomy)

  • 3-month retrospective case review minimum

• Procedure Log: Required for operative privileges (last 24 months or residency/fellowship logs)