What is Locum Tenens OB/GYN?

What is a Locum Tenens OB/GYN?

Addressing the OB/GYN shortage is vital, especially considering that today, 36% of US counties have little to no obstetric care facilities or providers. In Latin, "locum tenens" translates to "holding the place of," and in the medical field, it refers to physicians and advanced practitioners who temporarily fill shifts in healthcare facilities. As a locum tenens OB/GYN, laborist, or OB hospitalist, you step in at hospitals, clinics, private practices, and other facilities facing staffing gaps to ensure uninterrupted obstetrician-gynecologist care for patients and communities.

The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists predicts a potential shortfall of up to 22,000 OBGYNs by 2050. Fueling the already mounting shortage, there was a 5% drop in OB/GYN match rates in 2023. This decline, coupled with an aging workforce, intensifies the challenge of maintaining adequate OB/GYN care. As the demand for OB/GYNs, laborists, and OB hospitalists remains steady, facilities can supplement these gaps in coverage with locum tenens.

The growing shortage of obstetricians and gynecologists continues to weigh heavily on the existing permanent workforce, leading to heightened workloads and an increase in burnout rates. This year, burnout among obstetricians and gynecologists remained high, with 56% citing burnout due to too many bureaucratic tasks and 47% attributing theirs to too many hours spent at work.  Opting for a career in OB/GYN locums can effectively counter burnout by granting obstetricians and gynecologists greater control over their schedules while simultaneously lightening their workload, all while ensuring patients have access to the OB/GYN care they need.

Why Work as a Locum Tenens OB/GYN?

If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact on communities facing OB/GYN shortages and enjoy the adventure of new locations, embracing locum tenens OB/GYN opportunities is an ideal blend of both! Whether you're inclined towards vibrant cities or serene rural areas, you can provide essential women's health services in diverse healthcare settings, all while choosing where you want to work. Moreover, Medicus takes care of all the logistical details, leaving you free to focus on patient care and immerse yourself in the new environments you'll be serving.

Alternatively, if you're seeking a balance between your career and personal commitments without sacrificing the benefits of a locum tenens career, there are also options for assignments closer to your home. Whether you're enticed by the allure of distant places or the comfort of your local neighborhood, locum tenens OB/GYN roles cater to your preferences, offering flexible opportunities aligned with your lifestyle and professional aspirations. In either scenario, you'll continue to make a positive impact on communities in need of comprehensive obstetric and gynecological care.

Starting a career as a locum tenens OB/GYN offers a distinct advantage when it comes to achieving a fulfilling work-life balance. Unlike permanent OB/GYN, OB hospitalist, and laborist jobs, locum tenens OB/GYN empowers you to take control of your schedule, working hours, and assignment durations. This level of career autonomy and adaptability enables you to coordinate your professional commitments with your personal life, effectively mitigating burnout risks and fostering a healthier work-life balance.

In addition to career autonomy, locum tenens OB/GYN physicians and advanced practitioners often enjoy lighter workloads and reduced administrative pressures due to the temporary nature of their assignments. By stepping in to bridge staffing gaps, your primary focus remains on patient care, sparing you from excessive administrative duties. As a result, locum tenens OB/GYN roles provide you with heightened flexibility and the freedom to explore other passions and interests outside of your medical practice. This approach to work-life balance can contribute significantly to your overall well-being while allowing you to continue providing essential obstetric and gynecological care to communities in need.

If you're an OB/GYN seeking an enriching career that offers both elevated earnings and the chance to address critical staffing needs, locum tenens assignments present an ideal solution. As an OB/GYN locums, you have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on communities while enjoying higher financial benefits than those in permanent OB/GYN jobs. This increase in pay is because of the temporary nature of the job and heightened demand for OB/GYN care.

In addition to higher rates in pay, locum tenens OB/GYNs directly address healthcare staffing shortages where specialized care is in high demand and limited supply. Whether you're drawn to bustling urban centers or tranquil rural towns, locum tenens OB/GYN opportunities can elevate your wages while ensuring communities have access to the obstetrician gynecology care they need.

Locum tenens OB/GYN opportunities offer a distinctive avenue to collaborate with a diverse array of OB/GYN physicians and advanced practitioners nationwide. Through close collaboration with fellow obstetrics and gynecological experts, you can create valuable networking connections. Working with a diverse group of OB/GYN professionals not only enriches your clinical perspectives but also establishes a robust and supportive professional network that can prove invaluable to your professional growth.

Embracing a locum tenens OB/GYN career can expand your clinical knowledge and skills beyond the scope of permanent OBGYN positions. By immersing yourself in various healthcare settings that may be different from your home base, you can help expand your expertise while gaining exposure to a wide range of patient populations. Working as an OB/GYN locum not only helps contribute to your professional growth but also empowers you to make a meaningful impact on different communities' obstetric and gynecological needs.

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Why Work as a Locum Tenens OB/GYN with Medicus?

By partnering with Medicus for your OB/GYN locums needs, you tap into the expertise of a dedicated team committed to guiding you through the dynamic OB/GYN, laborist, and OB hospitalist job market. Our comprehensive services extend beyond the conventional offerings of a locum tenens agency, providing a broader spectrum of opportunities.

Beyond conventional locum tenens assignments, we present exclusive transition projects, openings for interim leadership roles, and valuable insights into OB/GYN market trends. These distinctive opportunities empower you to utilize your skills and experiences to make a positive impact in communities requiring your expertise.

Whether you opt for a full-time commitment to OB/GYN locum work or balance it alongside your permanent OB/GYN position, Medicus empowers you to tailor your career to your preferences. Enjoy the flexibility to choose when, where, and how you want to practice. Through our collaboration, we assist you in making a meaningful impact on others' lives while granting work-life balance and financial comfort.

Here Are a Few Reasons Why You Should Work as a Locum Tenens OB/GYN with Medicus:

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Locum Tenens REI Opening in Eastern IA

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • Iowa
  • Physician
  • Endocrinology, Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
Medicus is partnering with a hospital in eastern Iowa that has an opening for a Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility physician to provide locum coverage. Opening Details: Schedule: Monday-Friday (8a-5p, 1 week per month) + half days on the weekends Annual Volume: 750 cycles Daily Volume: 4-6...
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Locum Tenens OB/GYN Call Coverage in Southern KY

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • Kentucky
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
Medicus has partnered with a hospital in southern Kentucky that has an opening for a skilled OB/GYN physician to provide locum call coverage. Opening Details: Scheduled: 24-hour call shifts Annual Volume: 800+ deliveries Facility: 10 postpartum rooms, 6 labor rooms, 3 triage beds, and a 4-bed Level II...
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Exclusive OB/GYN Locum Tenens Opportunity in Brooklyn, NY

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • New York
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Transitions
Medicus is proud to partner with a leading hospital in Brooklyn, New York, with an exclusive opportunity for an OB/GYN physician to provide locum tenens coverage. Your expertise will be essential in ensuring continuity of care for a diverse patient population while supporting the stabilization and...
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CNM Locum Tenens Opportunity in NY - Inpatient & Outpatient

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • New York
  • Certified Nurse Midwife
  • Ob/Gyn
  • MedicusOne
Medicus is collaborating with a medical center in western New York that has an opening for a Certified Nurse Midwife to provide locum coverage. Opportunity Highlights: Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00a-4:30p Call: 24-hour call shifts and weekend call Setting: Inpatient & outpatient Must be board-certified ...
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OB/GYN Locum Tenens Opening in Southern NH

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • New Hampshire
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
A medical center in southern New Hampshire has an opening for an OB/GYN physician to provide locum coverage. Opening Highlights: Schedule: 24-hour unrestricted call, 7a-7a Setting: Inpatient only Delivery Volume: 1K per year, 2-3 per day Will cover the ER No abortions, but will perform D&C for...
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OB Hospitalist Locum Tenens Opportunity in Northern IL | 24-Hour Call

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • Illinois
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
Medicus is partnering with a hospital in northern Illinois with an opportunity for a skilled OB Hospitalist to provide locum coverage. Opportunity Overview: Level II Trauma Schedule: 24-hour in-house call, 2-3 shifts per month Patient Census: 4 deliveries per 24-hour shift Duties: DNCs, post-operative...
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OB/GYN Contract Assignment in Northeastern AZ

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • Arizona
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
Medicus has partnered with a facility in northeastern Arizona that has a contract assignment for a skilled OB/GYN to assist their team. Assignment Details: Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-5p 1:4 weeknight and weekend beeper call rotation Annual Volume: ~250 deliveries Daily Clinic Volume: 12-14 patients ...
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OB/GYN Locum Tenens Opportunity in Western NY | 14 On/14 Off

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • New York
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • MedicusOne
Medicus has partnered with a hospital in western New York that has an opportunity for an OB/GYN to provide locum coverage. Opportunity Highlights: Schedule: 2 weeks on/2 weeks off Will cover office visits and take weekday and weekend call Must be board-certified Paid travel & expenses A-rated medical...
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Locum Tenens OB/GYN Role in Southern Oregon - Call Coverage

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • Oregon
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
Medicus is partnering with a medical center in southern Oregon with an opening for an OB/GYN to provide locum ongoing coverage. Opening Highlights: Schedule: 24-hour call shifts, 6 shifts/month Patient Census: 10/day Annual Deliveries: 750 EMR: Epic Must be board-certified Paid travel & expenses During...
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OB/GYN Locum Tenens Opening 20 Minutes from Denver, CO

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • Colorado
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
A hospital 20 minutes from Denver, Colorado, has an opening for an OB/GYN physician to provide locum coverage. Opening Highlights: Schedule: 24-hour call, 7a-7a Level III Trauma 15 beds Daily Admissions: 4-6 per day Duties: General OB/GYN procedures and GYN emergencies (including c-sections) EMR: Epic ...
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OB Hospitalist Locum Tenens Opening Near Houston, TX

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • Texas
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
Medicus is partnering with a hospital just outside of Houston, Texas, with an opening for an OB Hospitalist to provide locum coverage. Opening Details: Schedule: 12 or 24-hour shifts Level III Maternal Care Level III NICU Will cover the OBED and unassigned patients EMR: Meditech Must be board-certified ...
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Locum Tenens OB Hospitalist Opportunity 1 Hour from Orlando, FL | Night Shifts

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • Florida
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Transitions
Medicus has partnered with a hospital an hour from Orlando, Florida, with an opportunity for an OB Hospitalist to provide locum coverage. Opportunity Highlights: Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7p-7a Delivery Volume: 700-800+ annually Level I Nursery Duties: Deliveries, triage of ED patients, answering patient...
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Locum Tenens OB/GYN Opportunity in Chicago, IL

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • Illinois
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
A hospital about an hour from Chicago, Illinois, has an opportunity for an OB/GYN physician to assist their team with locum coverage. Opportunity Highlights: Flexible Schedule: 8-hour shifts Monthly Volume: 50-60 births Will cover assigned deliveries EMR: Epic Must be board-certified or board-eligible ...
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OB/GYN Locum Tenens Opportunity in Northern IL

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • Illinois
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
Medicus has partnered with a clinic in northern Illinois that has an opportunity for a skilled OB/GYN physician to provide locum coverage. Opportunity Details: Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-5p 6 call shifts per month Setting: Outpatient clinic Daily Census: 24-30 per shift Delivery Volume: Just under 1K...
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Locum Tenens OB/GYN Opening in Western NH | 24-Hour Shifts

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • New Hampshire
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
Medicus is partnering with a medical center in western New Hampshire that has an opening for a skilled OB/GYN to provide locum coverage. Opening Highlights: Schedule: 24-hour call shifts, 7a-7a Callback Volume: Less than 5 per shift Delivery Volume: 400 per year Duties: Deliveries, consults, inpatient...
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OB/GYN Locum Tenens Opening in Southern MI | Clinic & Call

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • Michigan
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
Medicus has partnered with a facility in southern Michigan that has an opening for a skilled OB/GYN to assist their team with locum tenens coverage. This is a great opportunity to enjoy a flexible schedule while working alongside a supportive care team. Opening Overview: Flexible schedule Clinic and...
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OB Hospitalist Locum Tenens Opportunity in Dallas, TX

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • Texas
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
Medicus is partnering with a hospital in Dallas, Texas, for an opportunity for an OB Hospitalist to provide locum coverage. About the Opportunity: Schedule: 24-hour shifts Daily Volume: 27 patients Duties: Consults and procedures EMR: eCW Must be board-certified Paid travel & expenses During your time off,...
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Exclusive OB Hospitalist Locum Opportunity in Central NJ

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • New Jersey
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Transitions
Medicus is partnering with a hospital in central New Jersey, one hour from New York City, with an exclusive opening for an OB Hospitalist to assist their team. About the Opportunity: Schedule: 24-hour call shifts Daily Volume: 2 cases Must be board-certified Paid travel & expenses During your time off,...
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OB/GYN Locum Tenens Opportunity in Western NY | 14 On/14 Off

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • New York
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
Medicus has partnered with a hospital in western New York that has an opportunity for an OB/GYN to provide locum coverage. Opportunity Highlights: Schedule: 2 weeks on/2 weeks off Will cover office visits and take weekday and weekend call Must be board-certified Paid travel & expenses A-rated medical...
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Locum Tenens OB/GYN Opening in Northern VA | Outpatient

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • Virginia
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
Medicus has partnered with a clinic in northern Virginia with an opening for an OB/GYN to provide locum coverage. Opportunity Details: Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30a-5p Setting: Outpatient Daily Census: 20 patients Procedures: Vaginal deliveries, c-sections, circumcisions, hysteroscopies,...
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Exclusive OB Hospitalist Opening in Eastern Iowa

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • Iowa
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Transitions
Medicus is partnering with reputable facilities in eastern Iowa that have exclusive opportunities for an OB Hospitalist to provide locum coverage. About the Opportunity: Flexible Schedule: 12 or 24-hour shifts Shifts available at multiple facilities Annual Volume: 3,600 deliveries at one location,...
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Locum Tenens OB/GYN Opportunity Less Than 45 Minutes from Austin, TX

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • Texas
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
Medicus is partnering with a leading hospital less than 45 minutes from Austin, Texas, with an opportunity for an OB/GYN to provide locum clinic and call coverage. Opportunity Overview: Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-5p in clinic Call shifts available Monday-Sunday, 7a-7a Daily Clinic Volume: 21 patients ...
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OB/GYN Call Coverage on the Coast of NC

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • North Carolina
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Transitions
Medicus is partnering with a hospital on the coast of North Carolina with an exclusive opportunity for an OB/GYN to provide call coverage. Opportunity Overview: Schedule: 24-hour call shifts Daily Volume: 16-20 patients Procedures: OB/GYN procedures if called to ER, c-sections, vaginal deliveries,...
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OB/GYN Locum Tenens Opportunity in Northern SC | 24-Hour Call

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • South Carolina
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
A medical center in northern South Carolina has an opportunity for an OB/GYN to assist its team. About the Opportunity: Schedule: 24-hour call coverage Setting: Inpatient Daily Volume: 1-3 inpatients, 1-3 deliveries, 2-4 NST/observations Daily rounding required Must be comfortable with vaginal deliveries...
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Locum Tenens OB/GYN Opening in Central SC | Clinic & Call

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • South Carolina
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
Medicus is collaborating with a hospital in central South Carolina with an opening for a skilled OB/GYN to provide locum coverage. Opening Highlights: Schedule: Monday-Thursday (8:30a-5p), and Friday (8:30a-12p) Clinic and call coverage Daily Volume: 1-4 inpatients, 1 delivery, 1-3 surgeries, and 20-25...
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OB/GYN Call Coverage in Eastern NC

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • North Carolina
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
A medical center in eastern North Carolina has an opportunity for a skilled OB/GYN to provide locum coverage. Opportunity Overview: Schedule: 24-hour call shifts Monthly Volume: 27 deliveries Cases: GYN procedures, vaginal deliveries, c-sections Support Staff: Nurses, OB/GYN Director, anesthesia,...
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Locum Tenens OB/GYN Call Coverage in Northern CO

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • Colorado
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
Medicus is partnering with a hospital in northern Colorado that has an opportunity for an OB/GYN to assist their team with locum call coverage. Opportunity Details: Schedule: 24-hour call (7a-7a), specific dates Annual Volume: ~15 c-sections, ~85 deliveries Daily Volume: 0-5 inpatients ED and labor &...
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24-Hour OB/GYN Call Coverage in Northern NC

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • North Carolina
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Transitions
Medicus is collaborating with a hospital in northern North Carolina with an opening for a skilled OB/GYN to provide locum call coverage. Opening Details: Schedule: 24-hour call shifts Setting: Inpatient call, Level II nursery Delivery Volume: 19 per month Daily Volume: 2 inpatients, 2 admissions, 1 ED...
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OB/GYN Locum Tenens Coverage in Northeastern NC

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • North Carolina
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Transitions
Medicus has partnered with a hospital in northeast North Carolina with an opening for an OB/GYN to provide locum coverage. Opportunity Details: Schedule: 24-hour clinic and call shifts Setting: Inpatient Level II Nursery Daily Volume: 2 inpatients, 2 admissions, 1 ED call Delivery Volume: 19 per month ...
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A leading hospital 30 minutes from Houston, Texas, has an opportunity for a skilled OB Hospitalist to provide locum coverage. Opportunity Details: Schedule: 24-hour shifts Patient Volume: 14 per day Must be board-certified Paid travel & expenses A-rated medical malpractice insurance In your time off,...
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OB Hospitalist Opening in Eastern PA

  • Posted 30 days ago
  • Pennsylvania
  • Physician
  • Ob/Gyn
  • Locum
Medicus is collaborating with a hospital in eastern Pennsylvania with an opportunity for an OB Hospitalist to assist their team. Opening Highlights: Schedule: 24-hour shifts Level III NICU Total Hospital Deliveries (Yearly): 2,000 Support Staff: OB/GYN ED Call, Hospitalist, CNM Must be board-certified ...
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