Obstetrics & Gynecologist

Locum Tenens Physician Opportunity in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Physician needed for locum tenens coverage in Petersburg, Virginia. The position involves both inpatient and outpatient care with a focus on obstetrics and gynecology. Coverage includes varied shifts with in-house call and a call ratio of 1:4. The role requires managing a range of procedures including C-sections, vaginal deliveries, and gynecological emergencies.

Location: Petersburg, Virginia

Coverage Period: Sep 04, 2026 – Ongoing

Shift Schedule: Varied; Clinic (no call): 8:30a-3p; Call: 24-hour (7a-7a) with clinic 9:30a-2:30p

Call Type: In-House

Reason for Coverage: Provider out for personal time

Callback Rate: <1 per 24-hour shift

Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

Patient Demographics: Adult women (OB/GYN)

Average Daily Volume: ~20 patients per clinic day

Admissions: 2-3 nursery admissions per day

Rounding: Included

Phone Consults: Yes

Case Mix: C-section, vaginal deliveries, suction D&C, ectopic pregnancies, ovarian torsion, abnormal bleeding; MFM handles high-risk patients

Facility Information

No. of Beds in Department: 9 L&D + 20 postpartum (29 total)

EMR System: EPIC

Specialty Backup Available: OBHG hospitalist, surgical assistants, MFM

Support Staff Available: OBHG hospitalist, surgical assistants, 3-4 nurses each shift

Privileges & Compliance

Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

Temporary Privileges Available: Yes (clean background required)

Credentialing Timeline: 60-90 days

Required Procedures

C-sections

Vaginal deliveries

Suction D&C

Ectopic pregnancies management

Ovarian torsion management

Abnormal bleeding management

Job Requirements

Board: Board Certified – ABOG (REQUIRED)

Licenses: Active VA License (REQUIRED); Active VA DEA and CSR (REQUIRED)

DEA: Active VA DEA (REQUIRED)

Certifications: ABOG, BLS (REQUIRED)

Experience: Minimum 50 deliveries and 15 C-sections in the last 12 months (REQUIRED)

Other Qualifications: Clean background/no malpractice required for temporary privileges; Self-query NPBD report required at presentation; Must be able to cover call; Must be able to cover dates listed in job

Duties & Responsibilities

Provide 24-hour call coverage for OB/GYN services including L&D and postpartum care

Perform C-sections, vaginal deliveries, and other obstetric procedures as needed

Round on hospitalized patients in the morning prior to clinic

Provide clinic coverage seeing approximately 20 patients per day

Manage emergent gynecological cases including ectopic pregnancies, ovarian torsion, and abnormal bleeding