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Physician - OB Hospitalist

CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital Location: Lake Charles, LA Job Number REQ_00237016 Location Type: On-site Sign-on Bonus: N/A
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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! 

Ochsner Health is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Ob Hospitalist / Laborist to join its existing practice of OBGYN physicians and advanced practice providers in Lake Charles, LA. PART TIME, PRN or FULL-TIME options.


Highlights of the position:

  • Hospital -based position at CHRISTUS-Ochsner Lake Area Hospital a 88 bed hospital providing inpatient and outpatient services with high quality and cost effective emergency, medical and surgical care.
  • Support available from specialists and sub-specialists throughout Ochsner Health   
  •  EPIC medical record platform utilized throughout the Ochsner Health
  •  Tort reform state

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Malpractice insurance provided
  • Full benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Retirement options (401k, 403b, and 457b)
  • Salary is commensurate with experience and training
  • Relocation assistance

About Lake Charles:

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

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.

Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site.Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users.  If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or careers@ochsner.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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