Locums Maternal Fetal Medicine Physician

Locum Tenens

We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) Physician for locum tenens coverage in Midlothian, Virginia. This position supports a high-volume MFM practice with a strong focus on high-risk pregnancies, providing both clinic and inpatient care.

 

Schedule & Call Coverage

  • Clinic Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:15 PM
  • Weekday Call: Nightly call coverage
  • Weekend Call: 24-hour call coverage
  • Weekend Requirements: Yes
  • On-Call Requirements: Weekdays and weekends

 

Clinical Details

  • Average Scheduled Patients per Day: 27
  • High-Risk Pregnancy Volume: 95%
  • Low-Risk Pregnancy Volume: 5%
  • Nursery Level: Level III
  • EMR: Epic, Viewpoint

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive care for high-risk obstetric patients in office and inpatient settings
  • Perform consultations, diagnostic evaluations, and longitudinal management of complex maternal and fetal conditions
  • Collaborate with OB/GYNs, neonatology, nursing, and interdisciplinary care teams
  • Participate in call coverage for urgent and emergent MFM needs
  • Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation in the EMR

 

Required Skills & Procedures

  • Amniocentesis
  • Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS)
  • Cerclage (preferred)
  • Management of high-risk conditions including:
    • Pre-eclampsia and hypertension
    • Multiple gestations
    • Fetal growth restriction
    • Chromosomal, congenital, and genetic abnormalities
    • Pre-term labor
    • Thrombophilia and genetic disorders
    • Birth defects and complex maternal/fetal comorbidities
  • Experience with vaginal and cesarean deliveries in high-risk settings

 

Qualifications

  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Maternal Fetal Medicine
  • Completion of an accredited MFM fellowship
  • Active Virginia medical license
  • BLS certification
  • AIUM certification

 

Midlothian offers a suburban lifestyle just outside Richmond with excellent schools, modern amenities, and convenient access to top-tier healthcare facilities. The area provides a balance of professional opportunity and quality of life, with easy access to the James River, historic sites, and outdoor recreation.