Locum Tenens Physician - OB/GYN Needed in WV
- ID: 210390
- Updated September 30th, 2025
- Job ID 210390
- Job Title Physician - OB/GYN
- Provider Type Physician
- Specialty Pediatric Hospitalist
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State WV
- Practice Setting Hospital
- Duration 35 Days
Job Description
We are seeking a Pediatric Hospital Medicine specialist for a 35-day locum tenens assignment in West Virginia beginning Nov 24, 2025. This opportunity involves 24-hour shifts in a nursery setting, with in-house coverage from 7 am to 7 pm and call coverage from 7 pm to 7 am. The provider will care for both pediatric and newborn patients and must be comfortable with advanced neonatal and pediatric procedures.
Job Details
- Location: West Virginia
- Start Date: Nov 24, 2025
- LOA: 35 days
- Provider Type Needed: Pediatric Hospital Medicine
- Schedule: 7 am - 7 am shifts; in-house 7 am - 7 pm, call 7 pm - 7 am; average of 8 - 10 hours worked during each 24-hour call shift
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide care for 4–5 pediatric patients and 3–4 newborn patients daily
- Manage patients in a nursery setting
- Attend C-sections and respond to ER consults
- Perform advanced neonatal and pediatric procedures, including intubation of umbilical lines
- Participate in all required aspects of pediatric hospital medicine
Additional Information
- Must be licensed to practice in West Virginia
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required
- Board certification in Pediatric Hospital Medicine required
- Experience with intubating umbilical lines is essential
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