Board-Certified Pediatrician - 4.5-Day Week, SWLA

CHRISTUS St. Vincent; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with incentive

Sign-on bonus & relocation

Generous PTO

CME allowance

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Malpractice insurance

Job summary

The Pediatric Center of Southwest Louisiana in Lake Charles, LA, is seeking a compassionate, board-certified or board-eligible pediatrician to join a well-established private practice in a full-time capacity.

We offer a 4.5-day workweek across three office locations with shared weekend coverage, inpatient newborn rounding, and a collaborative team of pediatricians and NPs/PAs. Full benefits and a supportive, physician-led environment are provided.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited pediatric residency program.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics (BC/BE).
• Eligible for or currently holding an unrestricted Louisiana Medical License and a valid DEA registration.
• NRP and CPR certifications are highly encouraged.
• Open to experienced pediatricians as well as graduating residents.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, full-spectrum pediatric care from newborns through adolescence.
• Conduct routine well-child exams, developmental screenings, and immunizations.
• Diagnose and treat acute illnesses, chronic pediatric conditions, and minor injuries.
• Manage inpatient newborn nursery rounding on a rotating basis.
• Maintain precise and timely electronic medical records (EMR).
• Collaborate with our multi-provider team and local medical specialists to ensure seamless continuity of care.

Skills

BC/BE in Pediatrics

Education

MD or DO from an accredited medical school

Completed Pediatric Residency program

Job description

The Pediatric Center of Southwest Louisiana in Lake Charles, LA, is seeking a compassionate, board-certified or board-eligible pediatrician to join a well-established private practice in a full-time capacity.

We offer a 4.5-day workweek across three office locations with shared weekend coverage, inpatient newborn rounding, and a collaborative team of pediatricians and NPs/PAs. Full benefits and a supportive, physician-led environment are provided.