Locum Tenens OB/GYN Physician

Quick Facts

• Role: Locum Tenens OB/GYN Physician (2 needed)

• Coverage: 24-hour call (typically 7:00 AM–7:00 AM), beeper/phone

• Frequency: 3–6 days per month (days vary)

• Call ratio: 1:5

• Weekend coverage: Yes

• Setting: 100% inpatient, hospital-based rural practice

• Locations: Gaylord, Cadillac, Charlevoix, Michigan

• EMR: Oracle

• Privileges: Temporary privileges available (estimated credentialing timeframe: 90 days)

• Logistics: Lodging, rental car, and mileage reimbursed

Description

Board-certified OB/GYN physicians are needed for locum tenens 24-hour inpatient call coverage across three rural hospitals in Northern Michigan. The role includes routine vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections, and management of obstetric emergencies with a 1:5 call ratio and a low daily census (2–5 patients). Temporary privileges are available, and travel/logistics are reimbursed.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent inpatient OB/GYN call coverage in a rural hospital setting

• Perform routine vaginal deliveries and cesarean sections

• Manage obstetric emergencies

Requirements

• Board certification in Obstetrics & Gynecology

• Active Michigan license at time of submission (no candidates pending licensure)

• Willingness to cover Gaylord, Cadillac, and Charlevoix

• Clean malpractice history (no exceptions)

• Comfort practicing independently in a rural setting

• BLS, ACLS, PALS, EFM, NRP, and DEA (required at offer)

Benefits

• $2,500–$3,000 per 24-hour shift

• Lodging reimbursed

• Rental car reimbursed

• Mileage reimbursed at the IRS rate