Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician

Location:
Ottumwa, IA

Ottumwa is a welcoming community nestled along the Des Moines River in southeastern Iowa, offering a relaxed Midwestern lifestyle with affordable living and a strong sense of community. The city provides easy access to both Des Moines and Iowa City, making it a convenient base for exploring the best of Iowa.

Facility:
This regional health center serves as a cornerstone of healthcare in southeastern Iowa, providing comprehensive obstetrics and gynecology services to the surrounding community. The facility features a 10-bed department supported by a collaborative team of permanent providers and nurse practitioners, ensuring a well-rounded and supportive clinical environment.

Opportunity:
Physician - Obstetrics and Gynecology

Job Details:

• Provide locum tenens coverage including both clinic and call coverage on an ongoing basis
• Clinic hours are Monday through Thursday 8am-5pm and Fridays 8am-12pm
• Average of 15-20 patient encounters per day in the clinic setting
• Work alongside one permanent provider and three nurse practitioners plus nursing support in the clinic
• Provider on call will assist in clinic during the day for urgent matters
• Call coverage supports approximately 30-40 deliveries per month
• Schedule consists of 10-14 day stretches with rotating call
• Must have FHR interpretation skills including NST/CST/FSE
• Routine and vaginal deliveries required
• Hospital utilizes Meditech; clinics utilize Athena
• Iowa license or IMLC required
• Board certification required; ABLS, ACLS, ATLS, BLS, and PALS certifications required
• Estimated credentialing timeframe is 30 days
• Start date upon credentialing; ongoing need beginning December 27, 2026

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.