Locum OB/GYN Physician - Paducah, KY | Inpatient Hospital Coverage

Looking for a flexible locum opportunity with excellent pay and a supportive facility? Join a leading hospital in Paducah, KY, providing essential OB/GYN coverage Nov 25-29 with potential for additional dates. Enjoy a competitive hourly rate, a comprehensive benefits package, and a collaborating team committed to your success.

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Quick Facts

• Location: Paducah, KY (a leading facility in Paducah, KY)
• Start Date: 11/25/2026
• End Date/Duration: 11/29/2026 (with possible additional shifts)
• Shift: 7 am – 7 am (on-call coverage)
• Hours/Week: Variable based on on-call schedule
• Employment Type: Locum
• License/Certs: KY medical license preferred; hospital credentialing required (~90 days)
• Experience: Experience in OB/GYN with inpatient delivery preferred

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Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Pay Rate: $0.00 (discuss upon application)
• Benefits:
  • Competitive pay packages
  • Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
  • Medical benefits (W-2)
  • Referral bonus program
  • Paid sick time, licensure, travel, and other reimbursements
  • Travel reimbursements including airfare, lodging, rental car, and mileage
  • 24/7 dedicated support team

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What You’ll Do

• Provide inpatient OB/GYN care, including routine and complicated deliveries, C-sections, and breech births
• Manage VBACs and perform repairs of third and fourth-degree lacerations
• Handle call coverage for OB/GYN emergencies and inpatient care
• Collaborate with midwives during deliveries and patient management
• Document care efficiently using EPIC EMR system
• Support hospital labor and delivery unit activities
• Assist with triage visits and patient assessments as needed

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What You Need
Required:

• Medical license in Kentucky or willingness to obtain
• Obstetrics and Gynecology experience
• Ability to provide call coverage and manage inpatient deliveries

Preferred:

• Previous hospital-based OB/GYN experience
• Competency in EPIC EMR documentation

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About the Assignment
Join a leading hospital in Paducah, KY, providing high-quality inpatient OB/GYN care with a low volume of C-section patients and on-site labs and ultrasound. The facility delivers approximately 700-800 babies annually, ensuring a manageable but impactful scope of work with supportive midwives taking call independently.

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