A traditional full-time position isn’t going to be the perfect fit for everyone, so we have multiple OB-GYN job opportunities to consider. You can take temporary positions (like locum tenens), find a traditional full-time position, and even explore international locums OB-GYN positions.
A Latin term for “holding the place of,” locum tenens refers to the temporary positions (both short- and long-term) physicians can take at facilities around the United States. Locum tenens assignments can be as short as just one day or last up to a year—and anywhere in between. Physicians may also complete one-time assignments or return to the facility for a few weeks or months throughout the year.
Why do facilities hire locum tenens?
OB-GYNs work as locum tenens to fill gaps at facilities. It could be for staff physicians on leave or taking a vacation, or to provide care while a facility is working to fill an open position. Some facilites utilize locums when they don’t have the resources or demand to hire a full-time physician permanently.
Why do physicians choose to work locum tenens?
Obstetricians and gynecologists take these temporary jobs to:
· Set their schedule
· Supplement their income
· Ease into retirement or practice after retiring
· Improve work-life balance
· Make time for medical missions and volunteer work
· Try different practice settings before settling down in one place
How does pay work for locum tenens?
Most locum tenens OB-GYNs are paid hourly and earn a more competitive wage than those in a staff position. We pay you weekly via direct deposit.
While rates vary depending on the location, type of facility, patient load, required skill set, and shifts, locum tenens typically earn more per hour than staff OB-GYNs.
Why should OB-GYNs work with an agency like us for locum tenens?
"Becoming a locum has helped me to keep that work-life balance but to have the flexibility and control," says Dr. Shyrlena Bogard. "I control my schedule; I decide when I work and when I need time off to step away. Locums allows me not to get burned out but continue doing what I love. So many of us stop enjoying it along the way, and I never want to become that physician."