Rheumatology Physician
Lake Charles, LA, 70601, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Rheumatologist job
- hospital-based rheumatology
- physician employment
A Rheumatologist position is available in a hospital-integrated inpatient/outpatient practice in a southeast lake community, offering a $325K base salary plus incentives. The role involves managing 18-32+ patient visits per day with no after-hours or weekend call expectations, supported by a multidisciplinary medical team. Comprehensive benefits include malpractice coverage, relocation allowance, CME support, loan forgiveness, and a retirement plan.
Southeast Rheumatology $325k floor Beautiful Lake Community
We re seeking a skilled Rheumatologist to join our team and help reduce wait times for our community. If you're looking for a chance to make a significant impact in a market with a shortage of Rheumatologists, this is it!
Position Highlights:
- Practice Type: Inpatient/Outpatient integrated within a hospital setting
- Group Size: Joining 1 other Rheumatologist with support from a local orthopedic group
- Patient Volume: 18-20 office visits/day. Up to 32+/day.
- Schedule: Full-time; Mon-Thu 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-12pm
- Call Schedule: No after-hours or weekend calls required
- Support Staff: Robust team including MAs, LPN, RN, and NP
- Facilities: Modern office space attached to the hospital with lab and X-ray services nearby
Financial Package:
- Employment Type: Employed position with high-income potential
- Compensation: $325K base range based on experience w/ wRVU production incentives
- Benefits:
- Sign-On Bonus: BOE
- Relocation Allowance: $12,000
- Student Stipend: $1500/month while in training.
- Malpractice Insurance: Covered by the hospital
- Health, Life, Disability Insurance: Comprehensive benefits
- CME Allowance: $3,000/year + $1,500 for dues/memberships/subscriptions
- PTO: 27 days (15 vacation, 5 CME, 7 holidays)
- Loan Forgiveness: Up to $48,000 over 3 years
- Additional Federal loan forgiveness available
- Retirement Plan: 403(b) with a 4% match
- Additional Perks: Competitive stipends and sick leave policy




