Locum Tenens Physician - OB/GYN Needed in CO
- ID: 215530A
- Updated March 3rd, 2026
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- Job ID 215530A
- Job Title Physician - OB/GYN
- Provider Type Physician
- Specialty Obstetrics/Gynecology
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State CO
- Practice Setting Hospital
- Duration 20 Days
Job Description
We are seeking an Obstetrics/Gynecology Physician for a 20-day assignment in Colorado, starting May 4, 2026. This role involves seeing a diverse patient population for OB/GYN needs, including deliveries, urgent care, and surgical procedures as required, working various days for the hospital, and participating in four call shifts per month.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Manage low and high-risk pregnancies, including FHR interpretation (NST/CST/FSE)
- Perform routine vaginal deliveries, low forceps deliveries, and decision-making for C-sections
- Handle complicated deliveries such as C-sections, breech presentations, multiple births, and abruptions
- Execute repair of 3rd and 4th degree lacerations
- Conduct surgical gynecology procedures, including diagnostic and minor open/laparoscopic cases (tubal ligation, LOAs, chromal tubation)
- Perform major open operative/diagnostic surgical gynecology, including ectopic pregnancy, ovary removal, cystectomy, and extensive LOAs
- Provide nursery services, with the ability to transfer to a higher level NICU if necessary
- Manage a caseload composed of approximately 70% low-risk pregnancy and 30% high-risk pregnancy cases
- Participate in 21% C-section cases
- Collaborate with a group of OB/GYNs and Mid-levels
- Utilize the Epic documentation system for all patient records
Additional Information
- Required Board Certifications: Obstetrics and Gynecology
- EMR: Epic
- Shift hours: Various days for hospital and 4 call shifts per month whenever possible
- Level II nursery services available
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
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided