Pediatrics Physician

Pediatric Opportunity in SW Louisiana

Join a respected regional health system where your outpatient pediatric expertise can make a meaningful difference in a close-knit community. This opportunity offers excellent stability, a steady referral base, and the chance to help shape a growing clinic presence. The position is outpatient-focused, with minimal nursery call and flexible involvement in inpatient care.

Practice Overview

You'll join a team with one pediatrician, one pediatric NP, and rotating specialists in a shared outpatient clinic

100% outpatient care with no inpatient responsibilities unless desired

Nursery call one weekend per month, including occasional ER consults and rare deliveries

Primary clinic site will be a new facility opening in late spring, unless filled sooner

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM with one weekend nursery call per month

No night shifts or hospital rounding unless preferred

Average daily volume 20-25/day

Full-spectrum pediatric care from newborns through age 17

Compensation & Benefits

$275,000 base salary plus RVU bonuses and ACO shared savings

Signing bonus and relocation support (negotiable)

Eligible for student loan repayment programs

28 days of front-loaded PTO, $3,000 CME stipend, and comprehensive benefits package

Candidate Requirements

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics

Open to recent grads, IMGs, and experienced candidates

Strong interest in outpatient care and team collaboration

Leadership or committee participation interest welcomed

Community & Location Highlights

Affordable, family-friendly living with easy access to nearby lakes and forests

Just over an hour to Lake Charles and Alexandria, with local airport access

Strong public schools and small-town charm ideal for raising a family

A new clinic facility will offer a modern work setting and community reach

We'd love to share how this role might be the right fit for your practice style and personal goals.

Permanent