Pediatrix Medical Group

Pediatric Intensivist | Take great care of the patient, every day and in every way

Alexandria, LA

full-time
Inpatient and outpatient

Overview

Level II PICU - 7 on / 7 off - Home Call - Work/Life Balance

Responsibilities

Join a collaborative, mission-driven team at Rapides Women’s & Children’s Hospital with Pediatrix Medical Group.

Are you a board-certified or board-eligible Pediatric Intensivist looking for a fulfilling role with a flexible schedule and a supportive team? This is your chance to make a meaningful impact in a well-established Level II PICU while enjoying 26 weeks off per year.

** Why You’ll Love This Role **

  • Established PICU team with 2 Pediatric Intensivists and 2 Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (PNPs)
  • Flexible week-on/week-off schedule with home call (30-minute response time)
  • Daily PNP coverage and collaborative care model
  • Teaching opportunities with family practice residents, PNPs, RNs, and RTs

** Your Clinical Scope **

  • Inpatient Pediatric Floor
  • Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
  • Pediatric Sedation Services
  • No ECMO or post-op hearts
  • Procedures include: intubations, lumbar punctures, line placement, chest tubes, CPR
  • Documentation: H&Ps, progress notes, discharge summaries

** Rapides 2024 Census Snapshot **

  • Pediatric Admissions: ~550/year
  • PICU Admissions: 250–300/year
  • Pediatric ADC: 6 | PICU ADC: 3
  • Subspecialty Support: Cardiology, Pulmonology, GI
  • Monthly Subspecialty Clinics: 1–2x/month

** About Rapides Women’s & Children’s Hospital **

Located in downtown Alexandria, RWCH is home to:

  • Central Louisiana’s only PICU
  • A 19-bed pediatric unit
  • A 6-bed PICU staffed by Pediatric Intensivists
  • A team of acute-care trained PNPs ready to deliver high-level care at a moment’s notice

** Why Alexandria, LA? **

  • Centrally located with easy access to Alexandria International Airport (AEX)
  • Surrounded by lakes, rivers, and Kisatchie National Forest — perfect for outdoor enthusiasts
  • A vibrant community with arts, culture, and year-round recreation
  • Home to LSU Tigers and New Orleans Saints fans

Qualifications

  • BC Pediatrics
  • BE/BC Pediatric Critical Care

Benefits and Compensation

Our clinicians enjoy a competitive compensation package, with many locations offering sign-on bonuses and relocation.

Take great care of the patient, every day and every way.TM At Pediatrix & Obstetrix, that’s not only our motto at work each day; it’s also how we view our employees and their families. We know that our greatest asset is YOU.

We take pride in offering comprehensive benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle, supporting your health and overall well-being. Benefits offered include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA and HSAs, as well as a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Some benefits are provided at no cost, while others require a cost share between employees and the company. Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll deductions. Our benefit programs are just one of the many ways Pediatrix & Obstetrix helps our employees take care of themselves and their families.

Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

About Pediatrix Medical Group

Joining the Pediatrix® family means becoming part of a diverse and inclusive team of patient-centered physicians, advanced practitioners, clinical leaders, business, and operational experts. Pediatrix® offers full-time and part-time opportunities in a variety of communities and practice settings. What do we provide that helps ensure your success? Along with total rewards packages customized to your needs, opportunities for professional development, clinician mental health and well-being support, you will have the support of local, regional and national leadership, no-cost CME and CNE, education on clinical best practices, and robust clinical research opportunities. We are proud to foster a collegial environment, where we work together every day to take great care of the patient®.

Location Insights

  • A-

    Commute

  • B+

    Access to Parks

  • B+

    Cost of Living

  • B

    Access to Outdoor Activities

  • B

    Public Schools

  • B-

    Access to Restaurants

  • Total Population

    44,566

  • Median Rent

    $946

  • Median Home Value

    $182,800

  • Median Income

    $47,357

Posted February 5, 2026