Obstetrics & Gynecologist
Adelphi Staffing·Socorro, New Mexico
Adelphi Staffing·Socorro, New Mexico
Provide outpatient clinic services and 24-hour call coverage for obstetric and gynecologic patients. Perform a wide range of procedures including vaginal deliveries, C-sections, and major gynecologic surgeries.
COVERAGE DATES Socorro August 5 – August 7, 2026 August 20 – August 23, 2026 August 25 – August 28, 2026 Ongoing opportunities available Ruidoso September 16 – September 21, 2026 September 25 – September 28, 2026 Additional ongoing coverage for provider PTO
PATIENT INFORMATION Obstetric and Gynecologic patients Low- and high-risk obstetrics Routine gynecology and surgical gynecology Labor & Delivery coverage Emergency OB and GYN consultations Socorro Less than 15 clinic patients per day Approximately 8–10 deliveries per month Ruidoso Approximately 4 deliveries per physician per week Approximately 2 gynecologic surgeries per week Admissions, rounding, and phone consults included
FACILITY INFORMATION Socorro Hospital and outpatient clinic Epic EMR Support includes 2 OB/GYN physicians, RN, MA, and C-section assist Ruidoso Hospital-based practice Level I Well Baby Nursery Two permanent OB/GYN physicians Onsite laboratory services
REQUIRED PROCEDURES Low- and high-risk pregnancy management Vaginal deliveries Cesarean sections VBACs Repair of 3rd and 4th degree lacerations Fetal heart rate interpretation (NST, CST, FSE) Level I & II OB ultrasound interpretation (preferred) Gynecologic surgery including: D&C Hysterectomy Laparoscopic procedures Tubal ligation Ectopic pregnancy surgery Oophorectomy Ovarian surgery Cystectomy Adhesiolysis Bowel injury repair Appendectomy Infertility procedures Incontinence procedures Major operative gynecologic surgery
JOB REQUIREMENTS Active New Mexico license or ability to obtain Board Certified or Board Eligible OB/GYN (ABOG eligible if applicable) Active DEA BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications Minimum one year of experience Current case logs meeting hospital privileging requirements OB/GYN residency trained Ability to obtain hospital privileges Must satisfy immunization and drug screening requirements Case Log Requirements (Socorro) 50 vaginal deliveries within the past 12 months 20 Cesarean sections within the past 12 months 25 gynecologic surgical procedures, including at least 5 major abdominal cases
Provide outpatient OB/GYN clinic services (Socorro) Provide weekday, weekend, and 24-hour call coverage Manage routine and high-risk obstetric patients Perform vaginal deliveries, Cesarean sections, VBACs, and gynecologic surgery Evaluate obstetric and gynecologic emergencies Respond to beeper call within required response times Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, Maternal/Infant services, and hospital personnel to provide high-quality patient care
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE Hospital privileges required Temporary privileges may be available for clean files (Ruidoso) Credentialing approximately 90 days Drug screen within 14 days of start Immunization requirements apply
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Travel covered Lodging covered Malpractice insurance provided Ongoing locum opportunities available at both locations
Must be a Board Certified or Eligible OB/GYN with an active New Mexico license and DEA. Requires BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications, along with specific case log minimums for deliveries and surgeries.
Market context
Obstetrics & Gynecology positions in New Mexico often draw steady interest because hospitals and clinics need physicians who can cover prenatal care, deliveries, and women’s health services. These roles are competitive when employers require board certification or board eligibility, at least 1 year of experience, an active New Mexico medical license, and DEA registration. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure and certification status before applying.
