Physician - Neonatologist

Ochsner Health; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking full-time and part-time board-certified/board-eligible Neonatologists for their growing Neonatology Team in Lake Charles, LA. This opportunity involves working in a Level III NICU with a supportive compensation package including benefits and relocation assistance. Nestled in a community rich in tradition and festivals, this role offers doctors a chance to make a significant impact in pediatric healthcare.

Benefits

Full benefits

Paid relocation

Signing bonus

Qualifications

• Full-time and part-time positions available.
• Must be board-certified or board-eligible in Neonatology.

Responsibilities

• Join the NICU team with 24/7 NNP in-house coverage.
• Participate in neonatal QI projects through Vermont Oxford Network.

Education

Board-certified/board-eligible in Neonatology

Job 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. Home of McNeese State University, Southwest Louisiana offers year-round outdoor activities and hosts over 75 annual festivals, including Mardi Gras, Louisiana Pirate Festival, and Christmas celebrations.

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

Our comprehensive Ochsner Children’s program includes 88 primary care pediatricians across 27 locations in Louisiana and Mississippi, and pediatric subspecialists totaling over 270 physicians. We are the region’s leading multispecialty provider for newborns, infants, children, adolescents, and young adults, offering services like congenital heart surgery, liver and bone marrow transplants, advanced GI and Hepatology, spine surgery, Hematology-Oncology, 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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