Physician - Neonatologist

Davita Inc.; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Join our dedicated team as a Neonatologist at CHRISTUS Ochsner Neonatology Team in Lake Charles, LA. Work in a thriving Level III NICU and enjoy a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and a vibrant community atmosphere. Make a difference in patients' lives through your expertise.

Benefits

Full benefits

Paid relocation

Signing bonus

Qualifications

• Board-certified/board-eligible in Neonatology is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in a Level III NICU.
• Participate in neonatal QI projects.

Skills

Board-certified

Education

Medical Degree

Job description

Description

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference, and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

We are seeking full-time and part-time board-certified/board-eligible Neonatologists to join our growing CHRISTUS Ochsner Neonatology Team at our community Level III NICU located in Lake Charles, LA.

Opportunity Details:

• The NICU includes 24/7 NNP in-house coverage.
• The NICU participates in the Vermont Oxford Network and is eligible to participate in Ochsner system-based neonatal QI projects.
• This unique opportunity offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, full benefits, paid relocation, and a signing bonus.

About Lake Charles:

Lake Charles is a family-oriented community located in the Southwest region of Louisiana, just 75 miles from Lafayette and 60 miles from Beaumont, Texas. It is home to McNeese State University. The area offers year-round outdoor activities and hosts over 75 festivals annually, including Mardi Gras, Louisiana Pirate Festival, and Christmas celebrations.

Ochsner Health encompasses a range of community Level III and Level IV NICU services across Louisiana and serves the Gulf South region with an established neonatal ground and air transport system.

Our comprehensive Ochsner Children's program includes 88 primary care pediatricians across 27 locations in Louisiana and Mississippi, along with pediatric subspecialists totaling over 270 physicians. We are the region's leading multispecialty provider for newborns, infants, children, adolescents, and young adults, offering services such as congenital heart surgery, liver and bone marrow transplants, advanced GI and Hepatology, spine surgery, Hematology-Oncology, Cleft Palate/Cranio-Facial Surgery, and a multidisciplinary developmental pediatrics center.

If you would like more information about our program or wish to discuss this position with Dr. Jose Perez, System Associate Chair of Neonatology, please contact Courtney Lawhun, Physician Recruiter, at [e-mail].

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

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