Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician

Location: Hickory, NC Hickory is a vibrant city nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in western North Carolina, offering stunning natural scenery and a welcoming community atmosphere. The area provides an exceptional quality of life with easy access to outdoor recreation, cultural amenities, and the Charlotte metro area just an hour away. Facility: This regional medical center is a well-established acute care facility serving the greater western North Carolina region, providing comprehensive women's health and obstetric services to the surrounding community. The facility features an 8-bed department with strong clinical infrastructure to support locum providers in delivering high-quality patient care. Opportunity: Physician - Obstetrics and Gynecology Job Details: Urgent coverage needed for specified dates with 24-hour call only, 7a-7a schedule no clinic required Approximately 3 patient encounters per shift Must hold an active North Carolina medical license with a clean history to obtain emergency privileges Board certification required; credentialing timeframe is approximately 30-90 days ACLS and BLS certifications required Manage both low and high risk pregnancies Perform FHR interpretation including NST/CST/FSE Conduct OB ultrasounds including Level I/Screening (viability) and Level II/Targeted (anatomic) with performance and interpretation capabilities Provide routine deliveries including vaginal delivery and decision-making for c-sections Handle complicated deliveries including c-sections, breech presentations, multiple births, abruptions, and VBACs Perform repair of 3rd and 4th degree lacerations Provide surgical gynecology services including open procedures, laparoscopic diagnostic/minor procedures (tubal ligation, LOA's, chromotubation), and operative/major procedures (ectopic pregnancy, ovary removal, cystectomy, extensive LOA's) Physicians must document patient contact hours and call back hours with supporting notes on timesheet entries Telephone calls and medical record reviews are not considered on-site call back hours Nearest airport is Charlotte Regional Airport; lodging available at the Courtyard by Marriott Hickory ask for the Frye Rate Compensation: Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.