Physician / ObGyn / Iowa / Locum Tenens / OB Hospitalist Locum Coverage in Des Moines, IA 24-Hour Call Job
Not Specified, IA, USA
- Healthcare
- OB Hospitalist
- locum tenens
- Obstetrics
This locum tenens position is for a board-certified OB Hospitalist in Des Moines, Iowa, providing 24-hour in-house call coverage in an 8-bed obstetric emergency department. Responsibilities include managing OBED visits and emergent deliveries without gynecological duties, supported by MFM specialists and residents. The role offers competitive pay, paid travel and expenses, and access to comprehensive support including malpractice coverage and credentialing assistance.
Medicus is partnering with a medical center in Des Moines, Iowa, with an opening for a skilled OB Hospitalist to provide locum coverage.
Opening Highlights:
- Schedule: 24-hour in-house call shifts, 7a-7a
- Setting: 8-bed OBED
- Annual Volume: 1,390 OBED visits, 460 deliveries
- Duties: OBED visits, emergent deliveries, and patients without a primary OB/GYN; no GYN duties
- Support Staff: MFM on call, residents
- Imaging, lab, and pharmacy onsite
- EMR: Epic
- Board certification required
- Paid travel & expenses
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To learn more about this opening, please apply.
WAC - 72504
About Medicus: Medicus Healthcare Solutions is the 4th largest locum tenens firm in the U.S. We have proudly partnered with top talent in the healthcare industry since 2004 and are committed to aligning opportunities with your professional goals and lifestyle preferences.




