Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Obstetrics and Gynecology in Wausau, WI

Doctor of Medicine | Obstetrics and Gynecology Location: Wausau, WI Employer: Rhino Medical Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Contract Duration: 2 Weeks Start Date: ASAP

About the Position Wausau, Wisconsin OB Hospitalist Locum Tenens

Level III NICU • 24-Hour Shifts • Established Program • Long-Term Coverage

Rhino Medical is leading the charge seeking Board Certified OB/GYN Physicians for a locum tenens OB Hospitalist opportunity in Wausau, Wisconsin. This is a high-impact, physician-led program within a well-established Level III NICU facility offering 24-hour in-house coverage and long-term scheduling consistency.

This opportunity has re-opened due to a recent provider departure, creating a stable, long-term need within an already structured and fully operational OB hospitalist program.

Opportunity Snapshot

  • Location: Wausau, Wisconsin
  • Contract Type: OB Hospitalist Locum Tenens
  • Start Date: June 2026
  • Duration: Long-Term (6+ months)
  • Shift Schedule: 24-hour shifts (8:00 AM – 8:00 AM)
  • Monthly Volume: 4–5 shifts per month
  • Coverage Model: 1 physician onsite 24/7/365
  • EMR: Epic
Facility Overview
  • Hospital Beds: 307
  • Annual Deliveries: 1,557
  • Projected Unassigned Deliveries: 300+
  • Annual OBED Visits: ~2,000
  • Annual Surgical Procedures: ~30–40
  • C-Section Rate: 35–40%
  • Primary C-Section Rate: ~22%
  • NICU Level: III (24/7 in-house Neonatology)
This is a well-established OB program with consistent volume and strong clinical infrastructure.

Practice Environment

This is a true OB Hospitalist model with full scope inpatient responsibilities:

  • Manage all unassigned OB/GYN patients presenting to L&D or the ED
  • Serve as primary provider in OB-ED and triage
  • Perform antepartum, postpartum, and GYN rounds
  • Handle obstetric emergencies and emergent GYN cases
  • Provide emergent GYN surgery (e.g., ectopic pregnancy, ovarian torsion)
  • Assist with vaginal deliveries and C-sections as needed
  • Collaborate with private OB/GYNs for patient management and coverage
Additional Responsibilities:
  • Inpatient OB/GYN consults
  • NST interpretation
  • Participation in department initiatives, simulations, and education
  • Support nursing staff in obstetric emergencies and training
This is a high-functioning, physician-driven environment with clear responsibilities and strong clinical support.

Support & Subspecialty Backup

  • Back-Up Call: Employed OB providers (1:4 rotation)
  • Neonatology: 24/7 in-house Level III NICU coverage
  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine: On-site consultation available
  • Surgical Assist: APCs trained for surgical assistance
This program offers comprehensive specialty support uncommon in many locum OB roles.

Provider Requirements

  • Board Certified OB/GYN (required)
  • Active Wisconsin State License
  • Unrestricted DEA
  • Minimum 3 years of active OB/GYN experience
Required Certifications:
  • BLS, ACLS, NRP
Procedural Requirements:
  • Comfortable with laparoscopic procedures and D&C
Why Physicians Take This Assignment
  • Established OB hospitalist program with defined workflows
  • 24-hour shift model with low monthly commitment (4–5 shifts)
  • Level III NICU with full-time neonatology support
  • Balanced mix of OB, OB-ED, and GYN responsibilities
  • Strong subspecialty backup including MFM
  • Long-term, stable coverage need
Why Rhino Medical
  • White-glove credentialing and onboarding
  • Weekly direct deposit
  • Malpractice coverage provided
  • Dedicated recruiter support
This is a high-quality OB Hospitalist opportunity within a mature, well-supported program—physicians who engage early will secure preferred scheduling alignment.

Apply today to start a confidential conversation.

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