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 CHRISTUS is seeking a Board Certified / Board Eligible Gastroenterologist to join its practice in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Physicians directly from residency training or with experience will be considered. Salary offered will be competitive and commensurate with experience and training.

Opportunity Details:

• Join 2 established gastroenterologist in a growing GI group
• Competitive Salary
• Excellent Benefits
• Option for 4-day workweek (Daily: ½ day clinic, ½ day procedures)
• Approximately 10 procedures & 10-12 clinic patients per day
• Can schedule additional procedures on the Friday you’re on call.
• Call 1:4, 1 week at a time, Monday-Monday
• Very proficient ER physicians
• Competitive Compensation + Call Stipend   
• Benefits: 20 days PTO, 7 paid holidays, $2,000 Annual CME, 10 Days Paid CME/Sick Leave/ Medical/Dental and Vision Insurance /Retirement Options 
• Cover One Hospital - Not-for-Profit / 148 Beds /300K Service Area

About Lake Charles:   

• Live in a Close-Knit Community with Beautiful Oak-Lined Streets  
• Quality of Education is Unmatched for a Town this Size  
• 4-year University: Division I – 83 Undergraduate Degrees – 18 Masters Degrees  
• Knowing Your Neighbor is the Norm, Not the Exception  
• Combining the Best of Family Values with Great Amenities    
• World Class Recreation in Your Backyard  
• Lakefront Lifestyle + 45 Minutes from the Gulf of Mexico  
• Local Airport   

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

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