Obstetrics & Gynecologist

Adelphi Staffing•Ottumwa, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a qualified Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician for a Locum Tenens position in Ottumwa, IA. This role involves both outpatient and inpatient care, including clinical duties and on-call responsibilities. The coverage period is from December 27, 2026, ongoing, with a clinic schedule of Monday-Thursday 8 AM - 5 PM and Friday 8 AM - 12 PM. On-call shifts will be rotating, typically 10-14 day stretches, with a 24-hour beeper call requiring a 15-minute response time. The reason for coverage is extra volume. Malpractice insurance is provided by the vendor, and travel and lodging arrangements are to be made. The average daily patient volume in the clinic is 15-20. The physician will be responsible for OB/GYN cases, deliveries, and gynecological surgeries. The facility utilizes MediTech/Athena EMR systems and is supported by RNs, MAs, PA/NPs, and office staff.

Requirements

Board Certified required
Licensed in IA or Universal License (IMLC)
Active DEA required
BLS, ACLS, ATLS, PALS, ABLS certifications
EMR proficiency (MediTech, Athena)
FHR interpretation - NST/CST/FSE
Routine delivery (Vaginal, Breech, Multiple births, Abruptions)
Repair of 3rd & 4th degree lacerations
Office/minor gynecology (IUD, Cystoscopy, Colposcopy, cryosurgery, LEEP)
Surgical gynecology (Open, Laparoscopic diagnostic/minor only - tubal ligation, LOA's, chronal tubation)
Operative/major surgical gynecology (ectopic pregnancy, ovary removal, cystectomy, extensive LOA's)
Laser certification

Nice To Haves

Fellowship preferred
Active Iowa Medicaid preferred
Low risk pregnancy management
OB Ultrasounds (Performance of, interpretation)
Level I/Screening (viability) OB Ultrasounds
Level II/Targeted (anatomic) OB Ultrasounds
Low forceps
Decision-making for c-section
Complicated delivery management
C-section
VBAC's

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive obstetric care including deliveries, c-sections, and management of high-risk pregnancies.
Perform gynecologic procedures in office and surgical settings (e.g., IUD placement, colposcopy, laparoscopy).
Cover clinic hours Monday through Friday, seeing 15‑20 patients per day with support from NPs and nursing staff.
Participate in rotating call schedule (10‑14 day stretches) managing labor and delivery, emergency consults, and surgical back-up.
Collaborate with transferring facilities for NICU-level patients requiring Life Flight to Iowa City or Des Moines.