The Alexandria VA Health Care Network is dedicated to advocating for a whole health system of care in each of our Medical Centers. This innovative approach empowers and equips our veterans to take charge of their health and well-being, allowing them to live life to the fullest. As part of this dynamic team, you will be instrumental in creating personalized health plans for our veterans, fostering healing relationships and environments, and connecting them back to their community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional healthcare that improves their health and well-being.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Typical shift M-F, 8:00am-4:30pm, No call </li><li>Approximately 12 patients per day in an outpatient setting</li><li>Outpatient only with protected administrative time.</li><li>This is not a remote position. On-station telehealth eligible (virtual visits - video, remote care by telephone)</li><li>Access to Clinical Pharmacists and Clinical Psychologists at each location</li><li>May qualify for the Education Debt Reduction Program (up to $200K over a 5-year period)</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>Competitive Salary: $230,000 - $260,000</li><li>Generous Paid Time Off: 50-55 days per year, including 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays.</li><li>Retirement Benefits: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and a federal 401K with up to 5% contributions by VA.</li><li>Comprehensive Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care, with many programs carrying into retirement.</li><li>Flexibility: No physician employment contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.</li><li>Professional Development: Up to 5 days paid leave and reimbursement of $1,000 per year.</li><li>Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided</li></ul>Preferred Experience:<ul><li>Board Certified or Board Eligible in FM/IM.</li><li>Must be a U.S. Citizen. Non-Citizen candidates will be considered if a U.S. Citizen is not found</li><li>Current full, active, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in any State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or District of Columbia.</li></ul>Living and working in Natchitoches, LA: Natchitoches is the heart of Natchitoches Parish. Founded in 1714 the site was established near a village of Natchitoches Indians. As the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase territory, its history is also a story of the development of our nation. The City s Historic Landmark District, which fronts Cane River Lake and encompasses a 33-block area, includes many historic homes, churches and commercial structures. A mixture of Queen Anne and Victorian architecture, along with Creole style cottages can be seen throughout the district. The 1989 Hollywood movie Steel Magnolias was more than a box-office hit. It elevated Natchitoches already considerable status as one of the South s most charming small towns.If you are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of Veterans and looking for an enriching living experience, contact me today! <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?n26icLExobVafnwZl6P8Lwh" width="0" height="0" />

**Physician**

The Alexandria VA Health Care Network is dedicated to advocating for a whole health system of care in each of our Medical Centers. This innovative approach empowers and equips our veterans to take charge of their health and well-being, allowing them to live life to the fullest. As part of this dynamic team, you will be instrumental in creating personalized health plans for our veterans, fostering healing relationships and environments, and connecting them back to their community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional healthcare that improves their health and well-being.

**Job Description**

- Typical shift M-F, 8:00am-4:30pm, no call
- Approximately 12 patients per day in an outpatient setting
- Outpatient only with protected administrative time
- This is not a remote position. On-station telehealth eligible (virtual visits - video, remote care by telephone)
- Access to Clinical Pharmacists and Clinical Psychologists at each location
- May qualify for the Education Debt Reduction Program (up to $200K over a 5-year period)

**Benefits**

- Competitive salary: $230,000 - $260,000
- Generous paid time off: 50-55 days per year, including 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays
- Retirement benefits: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and a federal 401K with up to 5% contributions by VA
- Comprehensive insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care, with many programs carrying into retirement
- Flexibility: No physician employment contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting
- Professional development: Up to 5 days paid leave and reimbursement of $1,000 per year
- Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided

**Requirements**

- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine/Internal Medicine
- Must be a U.S. Citizen. Non-Citizen candidates will be considered if a U.S. Citizen is not found
- Current full, active, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in any State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or District of Columbia

**Community Overview**

Natchitoches is the heart of Natchitoches Parish. Founded in 1714, the site was established near a village of Natchitoches Indians. As the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase territory, its history is also a story of the development of our nation. The City’s Historic Landmark District, which fronts Cane River Lake and encompasses a 33-block area, includes many historic homes, churches, and commercial structures. A mixture of Queen Anne and Victorian architecture, along with Creole style cottages can be seen throughout the district. The 1989 Hollywood movie Steel Magnolias was more than a box-office hit; it elevated Natchitoches' already considerable status as one of the South’s most charming small towns.

Internal Medicine Physician

Are you open to the challenge of building a new Urology program from scratch in a beautiful, family friendly location in a Southern city? Work with a wonderful 100-bed not-for-profit community hospital that is managed by a large national health system. The hospital has the financial resources and desire to build this program with your direction and full administrative support.<ul><li> Employed position with wRVU production bonuses, full benefits, PTO, and Claims Made malpractice </li><li>$75,000 sign-on bonus</li><li> Must be robotics trained - da Vinci Si on-site </li><li> Open to setting up for private practice if desired</li><li> $90,000 student loan repayment available</li></ul><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?6zh0HttVKxMuC5yXo6nmtgo" width="0" height="0" />

**Urology Program Director**

Are you open to the challenge of building a new Urology program from scratch in a beautiful, family-friendly location in a Southern city? Work with a wonderful 100-bed not-for-profit community hospital that is managed by a large national health system. The hospital has the financial resources and desire to build this program with your direction and full administrative support.

**Job Description**

- Employed position with wRVU production bonuses, full benefits, PTO, and claims made malpractice
- $75,000 sign-on bonus
- Must be robotics trained - da Vinci Si on-site
- Open to setting up for private practice if desired
- $90,000 student loan repayment available

Urology Physician

Aya Locums has an immediate opening for a locum General Dentist job in Natchitoches, LA paying $100/hour - $115/hour. Location: Natchitoches, LA EMR: Dentrix Schedule: Wednesday, Friday (8am-5pm)- Extended hours on Thursday (8am-6p) Patients per day: 2 per hour, 16 in a day on average Work Details: Case/Procedure Experience: No major procedures Elimination of pain Treat infection Education and prevention Acute emergency dental services: minor treatment and pain relief Root canal therapy for youth (ag 6-18) remove Tooth extraction Temp restoration and fillings Periodontal therapy Will refer out for major procedures Practice Setting: FQHC. Hygienist and dental assistant will be assisting Requirements: Board Certification: No, not required License Required: Yes, LA license required Credentialing Timeline: 30 days<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?iCtomrOFiytL6fuEB5TpMwv" width="0" height="0" />

**General Dentist**

Aya Locums has an immediate opening for a locum General Dentist job in Natchitoches, LA paying $100/hour - $115/hour.

**Job Description**

- Location: Natchitoches, LA
- EMR: Dentrix
- Schedule: 
  - Wednesday, Friday (8am-5pm)
  - Extended hours on Thursday (8am-6pm)
- Patients per day: 2 per hour, 16 in a day on average
- Work Details:
  - Case/Procedure Experience:
    - No major procedures
    - Elimination of pain
    - Treat infection
    - Education and prevention
    - Acute emergency dental services: minor treatment and pain relief
    - Root canal therapy for youth (ages 6-18)
    - Tooth extraction
    - Temporary restoration and fillings
    - Periodontal therapy
    - Will refer out for major procedures
- Practice Setting: FQHC. Hygienist and dental assistant will be assisting.

**Requirements**

- Board Certification: No, not required
- License Required: Yes, LA license required
- Credentialing Timeline: 30 days

Gen Dentistry Opportunity in Natchitoches, LA

Description Summary: Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse/licensed Nurse, this Job will assist with routine and repetitive patient care activities in a nursing unit. This Job also performs specific clerical, organizational, and patient-focused activities. The patient-focused tasks will be supportive in nature. Responsibilities:<ul><li> Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. </li><li> Assists with the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients. </li><li> Completes pertinent documents. </li><li> Prepares rooms for admission by setting up IV pots, and adjusting bed to the appropriate level. </li><li> Assures that all patient belongings accompany the patient to the new unit or home at time of discharge. </li><li> Safely transports stable patients as required. </li><li> Maintains security/confidentiality when transporting patients and interacting with family and visitors. </li><li> Cleans, procures and returns equipment and supplies. </li><li> Run errands for the unit as required. </li><li> Assist Licensed personnel in providing a safe and comfortable environment at all times; replenish patient room with water, linen, and towels, as appropriate. </li><li> Perform unit-specific patient care tasks in accordance with the skills checklist and documents on the flowsheet. </li><li> Identify obvious changes in the patient's condition and take responsibility for reporting those changes promptly to the nurse in charge. </li><li> Assist with the ordering and maintenance of stock items according to established inventory when needed. </li><li> Keeps unit supplies in an organized and orderly fashion. </li><li> Respond appropriately to emergencies. </li><li> Communicate effectively with other team members during and between shifts. </li><li> Responds to phone calls and patient call lights. </li><li> Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served. </li><li> Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.</li></ul> Job Requirements: Education/Skills<ul><li> High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. </li></ul>Experience<ul><li> Patient care experience in an acute care setting is preferred. </li></ul>Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications<ul><li> CNA License in state of employment required. </li><li> BLS required.</li></ul> Work Schedule: TBD Work Type: Per Diem As Needed<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?7qsCmd0cFYGZ5IlLJ%2fwFKAx" width="0" height="0" />

**Patient Care Assistant**

Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or licensed Nurse, this job will assist with routine and repetitive patient care activities in a nursing unit. This job also performs specific clerical, organizational, and patient-focused activities. The patient-focused tasks will be supportive in nature.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Assists with the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
- Completes pertinent documents.
- Prepares rooms for admission by setting up IV pots and adjusting the bed to the appropriate level.
- Assures that all patient belongings accompany the patient to the new unit or home at the time of discharge.
- Safely transports stable patients as required.
- Maintains security/confidentiality when transporting patients and interacting with family and visitors.
- Cleans, procures, and returns equipment and supplies.
- Runs errands for the unit as required.
- Assists licensed personnel in providing a safe and comfortable environment at all times; replenishes patient room with water, linen, and towels, as appropriate.
- Performs unit-specific patient care tasks in accordance with the skills checklist and documents on the flowsheet.
- Identifies obvious changes in the patient's condition and takes responsibility for reporting those changes promptly to the nurse in charge.
- Assists with the ordering and maintenance of stock items according to established inventory when needed.
- Keeps unit supplies in an organized and orderly fashion.
- Responds appropriately to emergencies.
- Communicates effectively with other team members during and between shifts.
- Responds to phone calls and patient call lights.
- Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.

**Requirements**

- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Patient care experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
- CNA License in state of employment required.
- BLS required.

**Work Schedule**

TBD

**Work Type**

Per Diem As Needed