LOCUM PHYSICIAN – OB/GYN needed in Federal Way, Washington

Job description

ASSIGNMENT DETAILS

Start Date: As soon as credentialed

Duration: 3–6 months

Providers Needed: 1

FTE: 1.0

Setting: Inpatient and outpatient

EMR: Epic

Credentialing: Approximately 60 days minimum

SCHEDULE

Clinic: 3 shifts per week, 8:00 AM–4:45 PM

In-house call: 1 shift per week, 7:00 AM–7:00 AM (24 hours)

Frequency: 4 shifts per week

Flexible scheduling; the facility can accommodate availability on different weeks.


CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide comprehensive obstetric and gynecological care.

Manage labor and delivery patients; no deliveries by doctors of chiropractic (DOCs).

Assist certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) and family practice OB providers (FPOBs).

Provide gynecological emergency department coverage.

Support Level II nursery services.

Provide in-house call coverage and manage obstetric emergencies.

Perform routine gynecological procedures, including LEEP and colposcopy, as appropriate.

Patient Mix:

60–70% obstetrics, including high-risk and low-risk pregnancies

30–40% gynecology, including annual exams, abnormal uterine bleeding, contraception, and surgical consultations

Clinic Volume: Approximately 18–24 patients per day.

Additional services include IUD and Nexplanon placement, Depo injections, circumcision, and ultrasound support. A fully staffed Level II nursery operates 24 hours a day. CNMs provide delivery, triage, and first-assist support.

REQUIREMENTS

Board-certified in OB/GYN – highly preferred

Truly board-eligible – required

Active Washington medical license – highly preferred

IMLC candidates with a Letter of Qualification (LOQ) in hand may be considered

BLS certification – required

DEA registration – highly preferred; required during credentialing

Clean malpractice and background history – highly preferred

TRAVEL

Preferred Candidates: Local providers who do not require flights

Air Travel: Available, but local candidates are strongly preferred

Lodging: Preferred hotels