Locum - Physician - OB/GYN Paducah, KY

Locum OB/GYN Physician - Paducah, KY | Inpatient Hospital Coverage

Looking for a rewarding locum opportunity with flexible scheduling? Join a leading facility in Paducah, KY, providing in-house OB/GYN coverage with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive team environment. Start as early as September 20, 2026, with additional shifts possible.

Quick Facts

• Location: Paducah, KY
• Start Date: 09/20/2026
• Schedule: 7 AM - 7 AM, On-call coverage required
• Duration: Nov 25-29, with potential for additional dates
• Hours/Week: Variable
• Employment Type: Locum
• Certifications: Medical license in Kentucky or willing to obtain
• Experience: Prior OB/GYN hospital-based experience preferred

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: Competitive; pay package discussed upon application
• Benefits Include:
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Medical benefits (W-2)
• Paid sick time, licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements
• Robust referral bonus program
• 24/7 dedicated support team

What You'll Do

• Provide comprehensive OB/GYN inpatient care, including routine and complicated deliveries
• Perform vaginal deliveries, low-forceps, and C-section decision-making
• Manage complex cases such as breech, multiple births, and emergencies
• Address patient needs in a Level II nursery environment
• Collaborate with midwives, who will also handle call coverage and deliveries
• Document all care thoroughly in the EMR (EPIC)
• Support patient satisfaction and safety during labor and delivery shifts

What You Need

Required:

• Medical license in Kentucky or willingness to obtain
• Prior inpatient OB/GYN experience
• Ability to handle routine and complicated deliveries
• Call coverage capability for hospital-based care

Preferred:

• Experience with low volume C-section patients
• Familiarity with hospital EMR systems

About the Assignment Join a leading hospital in Paducah, KY, providing essential OB/GYN services. You'll cover on-call shifts supporting delivery and patient care in a busy, yet low-volume, hospital setting with onsite labs and ultrasound services. Midwives will assist with deliveries, giving you a collaborative environment to utilize your OB/GYN expertise.

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