Pediatrics Opportunity Near Lake Charles, LA

Join an established non-profit pediatrics practice in Southwest Louisiana offering a predictable outpatient schedule, strong earning potential, and a supportive clinical environment. The modern clinic is located directly across from a 49-bed community hospital with a Level II Nursery, providing convenient access to hospital-based resources while allowing the physician to maintain an outpatient-focused practice.

Quick Highlights

• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, with occasional rotations at a new satellite clinic.
• Patient Volume: The practice starts at approximately 15 patients per day, with volume expected to grow to 20-25 patients as the physician builds their panel.
• Outpatient Focus: Provide pediatric care for patients ages 0-17 alongside 1 MD and 1 CPNP-PC, with no mandatory inpatient responsibilities.
• Call: Call is focused on your own patients and the Nursery, with availability for phone consultations from the ER. There are no inpatient admissions.
• Additional Call Compensation: Call is compensated at $250 per day.
• Newborn Care: Newborn rounds are incorporated into the regular clinic schedule, and high-risk deliveries are transferred.

Competitive Financial Package

• Base Salary: $275,000
• Earning Potential: Total compensation can reach approximately $445,000, based on wRVU production and ACO Shared Savings opportunities.
• Additional Incentives: A competitive sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are available.
• Call Pay: Physicians receive an additional $250 per call day.
• Production-Based Growth: The compensation structure provides an opportunity to increase earnings as patient volume and productivity grow.

Benefits & Time Off

• PTO: 28 days, including 20 vacation days and 8 holidays, with PTO front-loaded from day one.
• CME: The physician receives 5 CME days and a $3,000 annual CME stipend.
• Retirement: Retirement options include a 403(b), 401(k), and 457 Top-Hat Plan.
• Full Benefits: The package includes health, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Professional Expenses: The practice provides 100% reimbursement for licensing, DEA registration, and professional dues.

The Location

Enjoy the pace of small-town Louisiana while staying within easy reach of Lake Charles and the Gulf Coast.

DeRidder offers a family-friendly community, affordable cost of living, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Toledo Bend Reservoir is nearby and provides excellent opportunities for fishing, boating, and weekend recreation, while Lake Charles offers additional dining, entertainment, and shopping options.

For physicians looking for a community where they can build lasting relationships with their patients while enjoying a more relaxed lifestyle outside of work, Southwest Louisiana offers a unique combination of professional opportunity and outdoor living.

Reach out today to learn more about this opportunity and what life and practice could look like in Southwest Louisiana.