Locum tenens: OB Hospitalist Locum Opportunity in Salem, OR

The University of New Mexico Hospital; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico Hospital is seeking a board-certified OB Hospitalist for a locum position in Salem, Oregon. The role involves providing high-quality care in the hospital's Level IIIA Neonatal ICU, with a schedule of 6-7 shifts monthly, supporting approximately 3,400 deliveries per year. Ideal candidates will possess strong patient care skills, board certification, and relevant experience.

Benefits

Paid travel and lodging

Qualifications

• Board Certified in OB Hospitalist.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• One year of experience as an OB Hospitalist.

Responsibilities

• Provide locum coverage for OB Hospitalist shifts.
• Deliver care in a Level IIIA Neonatal ICU.
• Manage patient delivery and care in the mother-baby and labor & delivery units.

Skills

Effective interpersonal/communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving expertise

Team-oriented attitude

Education

Graduate from a fully accredited MD or DO program

Tools

EMR: Epic

Job description

Description

Job #

JN -102024-70588

Target Start Date

12/9/2024

Target End Date

12/31/2025

Responsibilities

Collaborating with a facility in Salem, Oregon, with an opportunity for a skilled OB Hospitalist to provide locum coverage.

About the Opening:

• Schedule: 7a-7p or 7p-7a, 6-7 shifts per month
• Deliveries Per Year: 3,400
• Level IIIA Neonatal ICU
• 26-bed mother-baby unit
• 19-bed labor & delivery unit
• 2 ORs, 3 triage rooms
• EMR: Epic
• Must be board-certified
• Paid travel & lodging

In your time off, enjoy Salem's local wineries, scenic parks, and historic sites, or explore the vibrant arts scene and seasonal festivals.

Qualifications

• Board Certified
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Active unencumbered physician Oregon state license
• Graduate from a fully accredited MD or DO program
• One year of work experience as a OB Hospitalist
• One year of EMR experience

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.
• Participates in relevant continuing education programs.
• Knowledge of and dedication to the highest patient care and provide the utmost service excellence to all patients.
• Ability to take initiative and to exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving expertise.
• A can-do, team oriented attitude is essential, as the ability to work independently and to interact easily with physicians, other managers and staff throughout the department and hospital.
• Effective interpersonal/communication, organizational, and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks.

Requirements:

COVID vaccine with 2 Shots & Booster.