Obstetrician Jobs in West Des Moines, IA

An Obstetrician is a medical professional, who plays a crucial role in the healthcare industry. They specialize in pregnancy, childbirth, and women's reproductive systems. Their job responsibilities include providing prenatal care, delivering babies, and offering postpartum care. These medical experts also handle pregnancy and childbirth complications like ectopic pregnancies, fetal distress, and high blood pressure disorders. Obstetricians also perform cesarean sections or other surgical procedures as needed during childbirth. Besides, they conduct routine checkups and provide health education regarding pregnancy, childbirth, and postnatal care.

To become an Obstetrician, one needs to possess a range of important skills and certifications. They should have excellent manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and physical stamina as they often perform surgeries and procedures. Good interpersonal and communication skills are important as they interact with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals. They must be board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology or other recognized boards. Prior to becoming an Obstetrician, a person may have roles such as a Medical Intern, Medical Resident in Obstetrics and Gynecology, or even a Gynecologist.

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LocumTenens

OB/GYN Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Des Moines, Iowa

  • LocumTenens
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • LocumTenens
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago

The position requires board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology with call requirements and continuous coverage for all obstetric and gynecologic emergencies....

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Physician - Gynecologist

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 12 hours ago

The VA Central Iowa Healthcare System is recruiting for (1) full-time Physician - Gynecologist at the South Des Moines VA Clinic, IA.To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic...

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Maternal Fetal Medicine Physician/Perinatologist Is Needed for Locum

  • CompHealth
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 17 hours ago

Though your CompHealth recruiter will be your single point of contact, they are backed by dozens of specialized teams, giving them the ability to focus on the details that matter to you. That...

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Obstetrics Physician

  • SUMO Medical Staffing
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 22 hours ago

The post OB Hospitalist Locum needed in Des Moines, Iowa (IA) appeared first on Sumo Medical Staffing....

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Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician

  • RecruitWell
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 3 days ago

Locums - OB Hospitalist Des Moines, IA IMLC Accepted Availability Needed 24-Hour In-House Shifts (7a-7a) May 29 June 4 September 20 September 22 September 23 November 25 November 28 December 21 Scheduling...

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Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician

  • GHR Healthcare
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 8 days ago

Locum Tenens OB/GYN Hospitalist - Des Moines, IA Locum Tenens OB/GYN Hospitalist - Des Moines, IA (13-week) Board-certified OB/GYNs with hospitalist experience needed....

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Obstetrics Physician

  • ATC West Healthcare Services
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 28 days ago

Seeking a Locum OB/GYN Hospitalist to begin as soon as possible for 24-hour in-house maternity coverage....

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Obstetrics and Gynecology

  • Delta Companies
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN) Minimum Base Salary of $400,000 plus sign-on bonus $30,000 + Quality Bonus $10,000 + OB call $20,000 = $460,000 annually Sign-on Bonus: $180,000...

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Demographic Data for West Des Moines, IA

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Salary for Obstetrician Jobs in West Des Moines, IA

This is the average annual salary for Obstetrician jobs in West Des Moines, IA as reported by the BLS.

$325,770


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Highest Education Level

Obstetricians in West Des Moines, IA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
42.5%
Bachelor's Degree
18.3%
Master's Degree
17.4%
High School or GED
7.4%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.4%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Obstetricians in West Des Moines, IA
4-6 years
38.3%
10+ years
23.4%
None
21.0%
8-10 years
7.7%
2-4 years
6.7%
6-8 years
3.0%