OB/GYN Nocturnist

Company: Atlanta Obstetrics and Gynecology Associates
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: January 21, 2026

Job Description:

This is an on-site role for a Nocturnist at Atlanta Obstetrics and Gynecology Associates, located in Atlanta, GA. Our practice is committed to providing exceptional obstetrics and gynecologic care in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. Our OB/GYN practice is seeking a dedicated Nocturnist to join our growing team. The nocturnist will provide overnight obstetrics and gynecologic coverage 8:00pm-8:00am from Sunday through Thursday, followed by 10 consecutive days off before resuming the same schedule cycle. The OB-GYN Nocturnist will provide dedicated overnight 12-hour obstetric coverage on behalf of a Atlanta Obstetrics and Gynecology Associates practice to ensure continuous, high-quality patient care while supporting work-life balance for daytime providers. This role focuses on in-house labor and delivery coverage, obstetric triage, emergent gynecologic care, and management of unassigned or practice patients presenting overnight. The Nocturnist functions as an extension of the practice, delivering care consistent with established clinical standards, protocols, and physician preferences. Primary Responsibilities Provide comprehensive overnight OB/GYN care, including labor management, triage, deliveries, and emergency gynecologic evaluations. Respond to on-call needs during scheduled night shifts. Manage unassigned obstetric patients and emergency department consults overnight. Evaluate and manage emergent gynecologic issues as required. Support on-call private practice physicians by assuming overnight coverage responsibilities. Collaborate closely with labor and delivery nursing staff, anesthesia, neonatology, and hospitalists. Provide clear, thorough handoff communication to primary daytime providers to ensure continuity of care. Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record. Qualifications Required MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology Active, unrestricted state medical license (or eligibility for licensure) Eligibility for hospital privileges Current BLS and ACLS certification Preferred Prior nocturnist, laborist, or high-volume L&D experience Strong independent clinical judgment in emergent obstetric situations Excellent communication and handoff skills Experience working with private practice physician groups Schedule Overnight shifts, 12 hours 8:00pm-8:00am Off period: 10 days off following each block of night shifts Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation aligned with nocturnist scheduling Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, retirement) Paid malpractice with tail coverage CME allowance

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