Hospitalist Physician

Company: VieMed Healthcare Staffing
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: June 17, 2026

Job Description:

Locum Physician OB Hospitalist (OB) Bakersfield, CA

Join a leading facility in Bakersfield, CA and take advantage of a supportive locum schedule with a competitive hourly pay rate. This role offers a clear start date so you can plan your move and licensure timeline, plus access to a comprehensive benefits package. If you re ready to provide OB hospitalist coverage in a high-impact setting, apply today.
Quick Facts

• Location: th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301
• Start Date: 12/31/2025
• End Date/Duration: Not specified
• Shift: Not specified (locum coverage)
• Hours/week: Not specified
• Employment Type: Locum Tenens
• License/Certs: Not specified
• Experience: Not specified

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Pay Rate: $195.00 per hour
• Weekly Pay Schedule: Weekly pay via direct deposit
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
• Referral Bonus: Robust referral bonus program
• Support: 24/7 dedicated team committed to your success
• Paid Sick Time: Paid sick time in accordance with applicable state federal local laws
• Reimbursements: Licensure/certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable

What You ll Do

• Provide OB hospitalist coverage in an inpatient setting.
• Manage labor and delivery-related patient care in collaboration with the care team.
• Evaluate obstetric patients, determine clinical needs, and implement appropriate treatment plans.
• Coordinate with nursing and other providers to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Respond to patient status changes and provide timely medical decision-making.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow facility clinical protocols and standards.

What You Need
Required

• Active physician licensure (specific state/license requirements not provided in JobOrder confirm during application).
• Experience level not specified (please include relevant obstetrics/OB hospitalist background in your application).
• Ability to provide inpatient OB hospitalist care in a locum setting (schedule details confirmed during onboarding).

Preferred

• Board certification and/or additional obstetrics-related credentials (not specified in JobOrder include if applicable).
• Prior OB hospitalist or hospital-based obstetrics experience (helpful based on role type).

About the Assignment
This is a locum OB hospitalist physician opportunity at a leading facility in Bakersfield, California, starting 12/31/2025. You ll be joining a team dedicated to delivering strong inpatient OB care while benefiting from weekly pay, comprehensive medical benefits (W-2), and ongoing recruiter support throughout your assignment.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply

Keywords: VieMed Healthcare Staffing, Palmdale , Hospitalist Physician, Healthcare , Bakersfield, California

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