Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician

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.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply