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OB/GYN Physician Lake Charles, LA Practice Highlights Desirable Practice Setting: Hospital-employed OB/GYN at an independent, non-corporate acute care hospital Physician-driven decision-making with no bureaucratic delays. Work-Life Balance: 4-day workweek (MonThu); Fridays always off. Contracted laborist group covers Friday 7 AM through Monday 7 AM protecting your time off. Optimal Patient Volume: Approximately deliveries annually ( 35/month). Scheduling new patients within 810 weeks gestation. Full-scope OBGYN practice: clinic, surgical GYN, and OB deliveries. Culture & Support: Join an experienced, collaborative team including one CNM/midwife (1215 deliveries/month) and one incoming GYN-focused NP. CNM/NP takes first call for routine issues MDs handle ER consults and C-sections only. Work with an experienced mentor welcoming a new partner. Ideal Work Environment: State-of-the-art facility: 5 ORs (1 hybrid), 2 C-section rooms, 3 LDRs, 3 triage rooms, 7 postpartum rooms, and a Level II NICU (15 beds). Full laparoscopic suite with urologic GYN equipment. MFM available 24/7 by phone + in-person 2x/week. Call Schedule: Weekday call 1-in-2 with other doctor (CNM/NP takes first call). Weekend call 1-in-5 shared with laborist group (Fri 7AMMon 7AM) compensated at $125/hour ( $83,750/year). Call weekends are flexible and swappable. Leadership Opportunities: Opportunity to mentor residents and grow alongside a physician-driven organization. Optional community health center GYN clinics available for additional panel-building. Compensation & Benefits Competitive Compensation: $600,000+ proven annual earning potential. Sign-On Bonus: Up to $100,000 (3-year forgiveness term). Relocation Assistance: Up to $20,000 . Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, Dental, Vision insurance; 4 weeks PTO + 2 weeks holidays (separate); S/L Disability; Life Insurance. Professional Development: CME allowance of $2,000/year + 1 week CME days. Licensure reimbursement. Resident Assistance: Resident stipend of $30,000/year per remaining residency year for 2027 graduates. Qualifications Degree: MD/DO Certifications: Board Certified or Board Eligible in OB/GYN Licensure: Active license or eligible to obtain Experience: Laparoscopic skills preferred; full-scope OBGYN (clinic, surgical GYN, OB deliveries). OB-leaning physician preferred. All experience levels welcome. Sponsorship: Visa candidates considered on a case-by-case basis. 2027 residents welcome to apply. About the Community Lifestyle & Affordability: Affordable cost of living with access to both small-town amenities and the larger metro area. Prime Location: Convenient access to the Coast. Sports events Community Attributes: Family-friendly community with outdoor recreation, fishing, waterways, parks, and a strong local culture. Easy Travel: Close to Regional Airport for convenient regional and national travel. Vibrant Lifestyle: Enjoy dining, entertainment, outdoor activities, and the unique culture of South Job Reference: OBG 26684
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lake charles, LA, 70601, US
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