Obstetrics & Gynecologist

Job Description

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

• Profession: Physician
  
• Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
  
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
  
• Location: Minneapolis, MN
  
• Service Setting: Inpatient, Hospital
  
• Coverage Type: Call
  
• Coverage Period: Jul 13, 2026 – Ongoing
  
• Clinical Shift Schedule: 24-hour in-house call shifts (7a-7a); 12-hour shifts also available
  
• Call Type: In-House
  

• Patient Demographics: Adult females (obstetric patients)
  
• Patient Volume/Census: Approximately 11-12 deliveries per day
  
• Case Mix: High‑risk obstetrics, MFM patients, no GYN
  

• EMR System: Epic (Excellian) and Obix
  
• Specialty Backup Available: Maternal‑Fetal Medicine specialists, Certified Nurse Midwives
  

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
  
• Temporary Privileges Available: Yes, emergency temporary privileges available
  
• Credentialing Timeline: 90-120 days
  

• Licenses: MN license highly preferred; Universal License (IMLC) required
  
• Board: Board Certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology
  
• Certifications: BLS
  
• Experience: Trauma Level I or II experience required
  
• Other Qualifications: Open to generalists with interest in high‑risk obstetrics; no resident supervision
  

• Provide OB hospitalist coverage for high‑risk pregnancies and MFM service patients
  
• Assist other OB providers with cesarean sections and obstetrical procedures
  
• Respond to urgent OB needs and emergencies on the labor and delivery unit
  
• Cover undoctored/unassigned OB patients at Abbott Northwestern and other facilities as needed
  
• Collaborate with maternal‑fetal medicine specialists and CNMs for comprehensive care