OBGYN - Locums

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Locum Tenens OB Hospitalist in Oakland, California.

We are seeking a California-licensed OB Hospitalist for a night shift locum tenens assignment in a hospital setting. The ideal candidate has at least two years of OB Hospitalist experience, is comfortable managing active labor, and has experience with operative deliveries including forceps. Spanish-speaking skills and prior experience working with midwives are strongly preferred.

Position Details:

Specialty: OB Hospitalist
Start Date: 06/23/2025
Contract Type: Ongoing locum coverage
Schedule: 13-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM – 8:00 AM (12-hour clinical shift with 1-hour handoff)
Shifts per Month: 10–13 shifts
Call: No call required

Work Details:

• Patient Volume: Typically manage 5–8 patients in active labor per night

• ED Consults: Generally 1–2 per night

• Patient Population: Adult

• EMR: Epic

• Procedures: Standard OB hospitalist care, including operative deliveries; experience with forceps highly preferred

• Skills Preferred: Experience working with midwives; Spanish language skills

Practice Setting:

• Hospital-based

• Level of acuity consistent with a busy urban hospital

Requirements:

• Board Certification: ABOG Board Certified strongly preferred; will consider truly Board Eligible

• License: California medical license required

• DEA: California DEA required

• Certifications: BLS

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years working as an OB Hospitalist

• Credentialing Timeframe: Approximately 90 days

Compensation & Benefits:

Pay Rate: Competitive hourly rate
Payment: Weekly direct deposit
Insurance: Malpractice insurance provided
Support: Dedicated recruiter assistance throughout the assignment

Onboarding Process:

Expedited credentialing available
Assistance with compliance and facility paperwork
Orientation provided before the start date

About Vivo HealthStaff:

Vivo HealthStaff is a locum tenens staffing firm specializing in placing healthcare professionals in temporary and long-term assignments across the United States. We are committed to providing seamless placement experiences for providers and healthcare organizations.