OB/GYN Gynecologist - Kern County

Colorado Permanente Medical Group; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 149,000 - 155,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel and hotel expenses covered

Malpractice insurance and tail coverage

Private sleep room during call

Job summary

Colorado Permanente Medical Group is looking for an ABOG board-certified or board-eligible OB/GYN Gynecologist for a temporary per diem position in Bakersfield, California. This role includes managing patients during Labor & Delivery, performing emergency surgeries, and participating in a collaborative practice with Kaiser Permanente. The position offers flexible scheduling with shifts from one to four 24-hour shifts per week, and all travel and accommodation expenses are provided for the six-month duration. Malpractice insurance and tail coverage included.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active California medical license.
• ABOG board certification or eligibility is required.
• Completion of residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage patients on Labor & Delivery and in the OB Emergency Room.
• Perform obstetrical and gynecologic emergency surgeries.
• See obstetric and gynecologic consults from the hospital.

Skills

Active California medical license

ABOG board certification or board eligibility in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Completion of Obstetrics & Gynecology residency

Tools

Cerner

EPIC

Job description

OB/GYN Gynecologist - Kern County (67004)

Job Number: 67004

Primary Location

USA-California-Bakersfield

Board Eligible Day Shift Maximum: $148.56 Board Certified Day Shift Maximum: $152.02 Nights / Weekends Maximum: $155.48 Virtual Indicator: Standard Face to Face

About SCPMG

Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) is a physician-led partnership with strong values that support a patient-centered and evidence-based approach to medicine. Provides our physicians with the resources and support systems needed to ensure every physician can focus on practicing medicine, connecting with one another, and providing the best possible care to their patients.

We are seeking an ABOG board‑certified or board‑eligible Ob/Gyn physician for 24‑hour in‑hospital Ob/Gyn hospitalist call. This is a temporary per diem position for 6 months with hotel, travel and meals paid for the 6‑month duration, with potential for contract renewal and/or permanent placement after one year.

• No clinic responsibilities
• Physician does not need to live in the surrounding area
• Collaborative practice with Kaiser Permanente Ob/Gyn physicians (on‑call and outpatient teams)

Schedule

• Minimum: One 24‑hour shift per week
• Maximum: Up to four 24‑hour shifts per week

Responsibilities

• Manage patients on Labor & Delivery and in the OB Emergency Room (triage)
• See obstetric and gynecologic consults from the hospital and emergency room
• Perform obstetrical and gynecologic emergency surgeries
• Manage antepartum and postpartum services
• EMR: Cerner (converting to EPIC in August 2026)
• In‑house anesthesia
• Level II NICU
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage provided

Benefits & Amenities

• Private sleep room on Labor & Delivery floor during 24‑hour call
• Close proximity to Bakersfield Meadows Airport

Requirements

• Active California medical license
• ABOG board certification or board eligibility in Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Completion of Obstetrics & Gynecology residency

Equal Employment Opportunity

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.