Locum Tenens Physician - OB/GYN Needed in CA

  • ID: 219785A
  • Updated June 19th, 2026

  • Job ID 219785A
  • Job Title Physician - OB/GYN
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Obstetrics/Gynecology
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State CA
  • Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
  • Duration
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Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Obstetrics/Gynecology Physician for a 1-day assignment in California, starting Jul 25, 2026. This role involves 24-hour call coverage from 7a-7a, providing critical inpatient care including vaginal deliveries, C-sections, GYN surgeries, and triages. The physician will handle a high volume of cases, often being the sole OB on call in a labor and delivery unit that manages approximately 2200 deliveries per year.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Provide in-house or out-of-house call coverage.
  • Manage 7-18 triages per shift.
  • Perform 1-7 deliveries/C-sections per day, averaging 3.
  • Provide 24-hour call coverage.
  • Handle inpatient call for vaginal deliveries, C-sections, and GYN surgeries.
  • Serve as the sole Obstetrics Physician on call, managing a high volume of cases at the district's only labor and delivery facility.
  • Contribute to a facility with approximately 2200 deliveries per year and a 32% C-section rate.


Additional Information

  • Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • EMR system: Cerner


Benefits

  • Strong compensation
  • Travel-related expenses covered
  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
  • Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities


What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.


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Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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