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OB/GYN Job in California, United States

Locum OB/GYN Physician - Flex Shift, Top of Market Premium Pay, Quick Start. Top facility. Paid travel/housing. Paid malpractice.

Company:Odyssey Locums

Profession/Specialty:OB/GYN

Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Temporary / Locum Tenens

Job Description

Looking for flexibility, competitive pay, and the chance to shape your own career path?


At Odyssey Locums, we connect Physicians at every stage of their career - from new graduates to seasoned clinicians—with rewarding locum tenens opportunities across the country.


As one of the fastest-growing locum tenens firms in the U.S., we partner with top hospitals, health systems, and medical groups to ensure continuity of care while giving providers freedom, financial growth, and the support they deserve.


With Odyssey, you gain a trusted advocate who handles all the details. Our experienced recruiters provide 24/7 support, streamlined credentialing, and access to locum assignments nationwide. We focus on maximizing provider pay while ensuring a smooth, stress-free experience from start to finish.


This new opportunity offers flexible scheduling, premium top of market pay and a supportive team.


New practice coverage launching 11/1/2026 — come join our team in Redwood City, CA! Schedule is 24-hour, in-house shifts with a team structure of OB-GYN hospitalists. Clinical scope includes OB and GYN triage/surgery, labor & delivery management, obstetric and gynecologic emergencies, and inpatient consults. The clinical environment includes ~1,200 births annually, a Level II NICU with Medical Director support from Stanford, and Maternal-Fetal Medicine support from Stanford, with collaborative care alongside community OB/GYNs and nursing teams.


The Role:
  • Location: Redwood City, CA 94062
  • Assignment duration: 11/1/2026 - 1/31/2027 (91 days)
  • Number of Positions: 10
  • Shift Type: 24-hour, in-house shifts. Regular Hours: Required.
  • In House Call: N/a.
  • Cases: OB and GYN triage/surgery; Labor & delivery management; Obstetric and gynecologic emergencies; Inpatient consults.
  • OT: Orientation hours 50% of standard rate; OT over 40 hours/week at extra-time standard rate. Holidays 1.25x.
  • Weekend Call equals 6 Regular Hours Per Day + Premium When Called In.
  • Requirements:
    • Board Certified in OB/GYN - REQUIRED
    • California medical license - REQUIRED
    • California DEA - REQUIRED
    • Minimum of 1 year clinical experience required - REQUIRED (preferred minimum 5 years experience)
    • Must have completed Prescreen Questionnaire (see attachment) - REQUIRED
    • CV must be in MM/YYYY format with all gaps explained - REQUIRED
    • Copy of NPDB self-query report pulled within the month of submission - REQUIRED
    • Clean background, minimal malpractice - PREFERRED


We Offer:
  • Streamlined credentialing
  • 24/7 Dedicated recruiter and credentialing specialist
  • Premium Rate weeknight call + Premium if called in
  • Top of market premium hourly pay
  • Paid Housing
  • Paid Travel
  • A++ rated malpractice insurance with tail coverage
  • $2,000 referral bonus for any referral who works 160 hours.

The Facility:

Top Healthcare facility that offers a full range of healthcare services and has received recognition for healthcare excellence.


Take the first step into a premium anesthesiology assignment with Odyssey Locums - where you can grow your career, earn on your terms, and partner with a locums firm that puts providers first.


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About Odyssey Locums

Control over your career is true freedom — and Odyssey Locum Tenens makes it possible
We understand the needs of today’s clinicians. Our experienced recruiters advocate for you at every step—from negotiating top pay packages to ensuring a seamless credentialing and onboarding process. Together, we help you craft assignments tailored to your goals, lifestyle, and career stage.

What We Offer:

Maximized pay and opportunity
Fast, efficient credentialing with a dedciated credentialing specialist
24/7 recruiter support
National job opportunities across all 50 states
Malpractice coverage included with tail
Travel and lodging arranged and paid for
Choose when and where you work — from 1-week blocks to long-term contracts
Who We Work With:
Residents & Fellows
Odyssey helps residents and fellows launch their careers with flexibility and financial support. Locum tenens gives you the chance to “test-drive” a facility before signing a full-time contract, while also building your CV and earning extra income to pay down medical school loans.

Mid-Career Physicians
For physicians who have already established themselves, Odyssey offers locum opportunities that bring balance and variety. Whether you want to expand your reach, earn additional income, break out of routine, or serve communities in need, Odyssey supports you in shaping the career you want.

Late-Career Physicians
Odyssey partners with senior physicians who want to keep making an impact without the demands of a full-time role. Locum tenens allows you to share your expertise, support younger doctors, and continue practicing on your own terms — with Odyssey handling the details.

Specialties We Staff:

We place locum tenens providers in a wide range of specialties, including:

Anesthesiology
CRNA
Emergency Medicine
Radiology
Gastroenterology
and more  

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