Description

Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine Opportunity Just Outside of New Orleans

Help build and shape a growing Pulmonary & Critical Care program in one of Louisiana's most desirable communities. This opportunity offers the rare chance to join a developing service line with strong hospital support, established referral pathways, and meaningful input into the future direction of the program. You'll enjoy a balanced schedule, significant earning potential, and the ability to make a lasting impact on patient care across the region.

Practice Overview

• You'll join a growing Pulmonary & Critical Care team as the second physician in the program
• Help develop and expand a new pulmonary service line with strong administrative backing
• Provide care in a 12-bed ICU and support an inpatient pulmonary consult service averaging 10-12 consults weekly
• Optional outpatient pulmonary clinic available for physicians interested in building an ambulatory practice

Schedule

• 7 days on / 7 days off schedule
• Shared call coverage during service weeks
• Combination of ICU management and pulmonary consult responsibilities
• Opportunity to customize your practice mix with optional outpatient pulmonary care

Compensation & Benefits

• $500,000 guaranteed base salary
• Uncapped RVU production model with substantial long-term earning potential
• Comprehensive benefits package including malpractice coverage and retirement benefits
• Additional incentives may be available based on final package structure

Candidate Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine
• Interest in helping build and grow a pulmonary program
• Comfortable practicing in a community-based setting with specialist support
• Collaborative physician who values long-term relationship building within the medical community

Community & Location Highlights

• Live in a family-friendly community on Louisiana's sought-after Northshore
• Excellent public and private school options
• Enjoy boating, fishing, golf, dining, and year-round outdoor recreation
• Easy access to New Orleans, Gulf Coast beaches, regional airports, and a lower cost of living than many major metropolitan areas

Let's talk about how this opportunity can help you achieve your professional and personal goals!