Ob/Gyn Needed For Locum Tenens Coverage At Facility In Bakersfield, California

Jobtome; Friant (CA); On-site; USD 276,000 - 358,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtome is listing a locum obstetrician/gynecologist to provide 24-hour laborist coverage on-site in California. The role requires board-certified obstetrics and gynecology expertise with in-house call duties and up to seven shifts per month.

The clinician will cover the Labor and Delivery and Emergency Department, delivering 3–4 babies daily and performing emergency gynecologic procedures as needed. Prior obstetric laborist experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Board-certified OB/GYN required for hospital-based laborist coverage.
• Experience with obstetric and gynecologic emergencies preferred.
• On-site 24-hour in-house call coverage.

Responsibilities

• Provide obstetric and gynecologic laborist coverage during 24-hour shifts.
• Manage ED and L&D emergencies with on-site supervision.
• Assist with deliveries (estimated 3–4 per day) and obstetric procedures as needed.

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-226940-MD-CA


• Title: MD


• Dates Needed: 24-Hour Restricted Shifts, 7am ? 7am, up to 7 shifts per month


• Shift Type: In-House Call


• Assignment Type: ER- Call Required: Yes


• Board Certification Required: Yes


• Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This facility operates with fewer than 300 beds and provides obstetric and gynecologic services, including laborist coverage for the Emergency Department and Labor and Delivery department. The facility maintains established clinical protocols and structured workflows to support continuous care delivery across all assigned coverage periods. On-site resources are in place to facilitate coordinated obstetric and gynecologic care throughout each designated assignment.

About the Facility Location

The assignment area offers clinicians access to a range of cultural, entertainment, and outdoor attractions suited to varied interests. Notable destinations include the Bakersfield Museum of Art, the Bakersfield Music Hall of Fame, and entertainment venues such as Dignity Health Arena and the Buck Owens Crystal Palace. Additional options include outdoor pursuits, shopping at the Outlets at Tejon, farm experiences, and rafting, providing clinicians with varied opportunities during time away from clinical responsibilities.

About the Clinician's Workday

Clinicians will provide obstetric and gynecologic coverage in a laborist role through 24-hour restricted in-house call shifts (7:00 AM - 7:00 AM) on an on-site basis, with up to 7 shifts per month available. Continuous on-site presence is required throughout each designated shift, with coverage encompassing the Emergency Department and Labor and Delivery department, as well as consult management. Clinical responsibilities include the performance of emergency gynecologic procedures as needed, with an expected volume of 3-4 deliveries per day. Board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology is required for all clinicians considered for this position.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: 3-4 deliveries per day


• Patient Population: Adults


• Location Type: On-Site


• Government: No