OB Hospitalist Opportunity in Lafayette, LA
You’ll step into a high-volume, inpatient-only OB Hospitalist role with immediate clinical demand and strong referral flow. This is a true laborist position in a women’s and children’s setting with robust specialty backup and a clear plan to expand the physician team. If you’re looking for predictable shift work and protected time off between shifts, this is worth a closer look.
Practice Overview
- You’ll join an expanding OB Hospitalist team moving toward a dedicated 24/7 model with two physicians on-site per 12-hour shift
- 100% inpatient: L&D management, emergent/scheduled C-sections, operative deliveries, ED GYN consults, and inpatient rounding
- Integrated support from CNMs, L&D RNs, lactation specialists, pregnancy navigators, and daytime APP coverage for triage/rounding
- Strong specialty resources including in-house anesthesia, on-site neonatology, and employed MFM support for complex cases
Schedule
- Full-time expectation: 14 twelve-hour shifts per month (1.0 FTE)
- Shift-based model with required nights/weekends in the rotation; no clinic and no home call
- Post-shift time is fully protected with no call-backs or remote responsibilities
- Typical volume: 2–4 deliveries per shift (approximately 2,500 deliveries annually across the service)
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Sign-on and relocation provided
- Quality bonus opportunities and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Paid malpractice and full benefits package (medical/dental/vision, life, disability, and retirement matching)
Candidate Requirements
- MD/DO with BE/BC in Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Comfortable managing L&D, operative deliveries, and C-sections in a high-acuity environment with specialty backup
- Open to new graduates and experienced physicians
- Visa sponsorship considered
Community & Location Highlights
- Lafayette offers a strong sense of community with year-round food, music, and festival culture
- Cost of living that supports home ownership and space, with a range of neighborhoods and nearby suburbs
- Easy access to outdoor recreation, weekend getaways, and Gulf Coast trips
- Regional airport access for convenient travel, plus larger metro amenities within driving distance
Reach out today to learn more about this opportunity and how it aligns with your career goals.
Compensation Details
$395K–$400K
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