Brand new opening for a Board Eligible/Board Certified Family Medicine in southern Louisiana. Join a comprehensive healthcare team treating and evaluating TBIs. This is an area that is safe, pays very well, and appreciates the members of their community. Military community. Great compensation package. Will join a comprehensive team of physicians. TBI evaluation and treament. The ideal canidate will be able to read, write, and speak English fluently and effectively communicate with patients and other providers.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?AiY%2b5J93oWfWaJJRAd1coAk" width="0" height="0" />

**Family Medicine Physician**

Brand new opening for a Board Eligible/Board Certified Family Medicine physician in southern Louisiana. Join a comprehensive healthcare team treating and evaluating TBIs. This is an area that is safe, pays very well, and appreciates the members of their community. It is a military community with a great compensation package. You will join a comprehensive team of physicians focused on TBI evaluation and treatment.

**Job Description**

- Treat and evaluate traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Work as part of a comprehensive healthcare team
- Communicate effectively with patients and other providers

**Requirements**

- Board Eligible or Board Certified in Family Medicine
- Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently

**Benefits**

- Competitive compensation package

Physician / Family Practice / Louisiana / Locum Tenens / Louisiana Family Medicine Job with Great Compensation Package Job

This private Internal Medicine group has a need to add a physician. This site is just an hour from Houston and offers a work life balance. This group is an old style group that enjoys seeing their patients when admitted to the local hospital. They are offering a stellar base salary, bonus and a full benefits package. Interested physicians should apply today.Single Specialty Group Employee, Traditional. M-F, no weekends. 1:5 Call Ratio. Quality Bonus production incentives. Signing Bonus available, contact us for details. Relocation Bonus available. CME time and money available.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?uACDoyOpNYNzfKjpK7WKhgm" width="0" height="0" />

**Internal Medicine Physician**

This private Internal Medicine group has a need to add a physician. This site is just an hour from Houston and offers a work-life balance. This group is an old-style group that enjoys seeing their patients when admitted to the local hospital. They are offering a stellar base salary, bonus, and a full benefits package. Interested physicians should apply today.

**Job Description**

- Single Specialty Group Employee, Traditional
- Monday to Friday, no weekends
- 1:5 Call Ratio
- Quality Bonus production incentives
- Signing Bonus available
- Relocation Bonus available
- CME time and money available

Physician / Internal Medicine / Louisiana / Locum Tenens / Private Internal Medicine Group, Stellar Base Salary Job

Our client is looking for a PM&R or an Internal Medicine/Family Medicine physician near Lake Charles, LA, who has experience in Rehab. They believe in maintaining hospital environments where employees are valued, treated with dignity, respected, recognized, rewarded, and provided educational and training opportunities. Work together to put patients first; providing high-quality Rehabilitative care to transform the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. Multi Specialty Group Independent Contractor, Inpatient only. M-F, no weekends. Competitive Hourly Rate. Signing Bonus possible, contact us for details. Relocation Bonus possible. 10-12 patients per day. EMR - Cerner.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?JwTD%2fX6AScGwfxKCp9LLOQf" width="0" height="0" />

**PM&R or Internal Medicine/Family Medicine Physician**

Our client is looking for a PM&R or an Internal Medicine/Family Medicine physician near Lake Charles, LA, who has experience in rehab. They believe in maintaining hospital environments where employees are valued, treated with dignity, respected, recognized, rewarded, and provided educational and training opportunities. Work together to put patients first; providing high-quality rehabilitative care to transform the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses.

**Job Description**

- Multi Specialty Group Independent Contractor, inpatient only
- Monday to Friday, no weekends
- Competitive hourly rate
- Signing bonus possible, contact us for details
- Relocation bonus possible
- 10-12 patients per day
- EMR - Cerner

Physician / Louisiana / Locum Tenens / Enjoy a M-F Schedule in Louisiana - Apply Today Job

Description Summary: The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients. Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice. Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed. Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given. Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required RN License in state of employment or compact Work Schedule: 7PM - 7AM Work Type: Part Time<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?Ylh1TeHpP%2f2YKvPGngm39wt" width="0" height="0" />

**Nurse**

The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to focus on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients.
- Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families in accordance with their level of practice.
- Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.
- Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
- Assesses learning needs and provides education to patients, family members, and/or caregivers; identifies issues and resources.

**Requirements**

- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred
- 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred
- BLS required
- RN License in state of employment or compact

**Work Schedule**

- 7 PM - 7 AM

**Work Type**

- Part Time

Registered Nurse, Behavioral Medicine - Part Time

Description Summary:The Physical Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating and implementing care for the patients assigned physical therapy. The Physical Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of Physical Therapy Practice Act as they apply to providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment and interventions to a designated patient population. This position requires providing services to Therapy Patients, ages between children/adolescents to geriatrics in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individuals served. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of CHRISTUS St. Patrick Hospital. It is expected that the associate demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The associate shall support the CHRISTUS St. Patrick's strategic plan. May require push/pull/lifting of 50-100 pounds. May require partial lift or supporting of weight from 100-150 pounds during transfers or assisting patients in stance. Work requires sitting, bending, stretching, and walking. May require prolonged standing and walking, lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies. Subject to danger of infection from disease-bearing specimens, exposed to odorous chemicals and specimens. Exposed to all patient elements: infectious diseases, chemicals, radiation, sharp tools / instruments, antineoplastic agents, combative patients / visitors, and electric shock. Current degree standards and Louisiana licensure required. CPR training is required. Visual acuity and perceptive mental abilities are necessary. Will supervise PTA and Physical Medicine Aides. Decision making skills are needed to carry out patient treatment and consult with physician and other providers. Required to work Monday through Friday and weekends as scheduled.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Healthstream (HLC) modules completed by assigned date.</li><li>Complete Associate Self-evaluation and give to Supervisor by assigned date.</li><li>Attend at least 2 Quarterly Associate Forums.</li><li>Attendance at 50% of Monthly department meetings and educational inservices.</li><li>May require push/pull/lifting of 50-100 pounds. May require partial lift or supporting of weight from 100-150 pounds during transfers or assisting patients in stance. Work requires sitting, bending, stretching, and walking. May require prolonged standing and walking, lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies. Subject to danger of infection from disease-bearing specimens, exposed to odorous chemicals and specimens. Exposed to all patient elements: infectious diseases, chemicals, radiation, sharp tools / instruments, antineoplastic agents, combative patients / visitors, and electric shock.</li><li>Responsible for the evaluation, treatment, treatment planning and goal setting of patients ordered therapy servcies. Responsible for discharge recommendations within the continuum of care. Responsible for daily documentation and billing of services.</li><li>Patient Care - Completes evaluation and administers patient care as specified by the treatment plan and goals. Productivity adheres to the hospital standard. Flexible and adaptive to changes in the work environment/function. Uses resources in a cost effective manner.</li><li>Records Progress - Records patient evaluations, treatment documentation, discharge documentation, education documentation, billing in a timely manner, maintaining accuracy and updating as appropriate.</li><li>Safety/Infection Control - follows all safety and infection control policies. Uses appropriate therapeutic delivery. Recognizes adverse reactions and takes steps to remedy them.</li><li>Insures Quality - Insures a quality approach in the treatment of patients. Communicates effectively and regularly with medical staff, department directors and Administration, as well as other departments and outside stakeholders as necessary and appropriate. Seeks consults from other disciplines when indicated. Assists in PT/OT/ST scheduling coordination.</li><li>Accepts feedback and modifies actions as necessary. Actively seeks methods to improve performance. Seeks opportunity for personal/professional growth.</li><li>Time Management - Will maintain own work schedule and utilize good time management skills. Works as a team member to get the job done. Initiates helping others when personal workload decreases or, if not needed in other areas, will exercise option of leaving early.</li><li>Departmental Education - Attends department meetings and educational inservices. Participates in department education through organizing or providing education opportunities.</li><li>Hospital Mission - Adheres to the hospital mission statement. Is consistent and fair in relationships will all members of the department. Works with courtesy and cooperation with co-workers in providing a good work environment. Treats each patient, family members, and visitors with courtesy and concern. Respects patient confidentiality. Avoids discussing patient care issues except when appropriate. Conducts and presents self in professional manner.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Master, or Doctor of Physical Therapy required from an accredited school.</li><li>LA licensure. </li><li>BLS required. </li><li>CPR certification, CPI Certification, FIM Certification.</li><li>Must complete all required CEU in order to maintain licensure. </li><li>New graduates accepted.</li></ul>Work Schedule: 7AM - 5PMWork Type: Part Time <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?Ob9pZU%2bgDtOErzypOXEbyAv" width="0" height="0" />

**Physical Therapist**

The Physical Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating, and implementing care for the patients assigned physical therapy. The Physical Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of the Physical Therapy Practice Act as they apply to providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment, and interventions to a designated patient population.

This position requires providing services to therapy patients, ages between children/adolescents to geriatrics in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individuals served. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of CHRISTUS St. Patrick Hospital. It is expected that the associate demonstrate behavior consistent with the core values. The associate shall support the CHRISTUS St. Patrick's strategic plan.

May require push/pull/lifting of 50-100 pounds. May require partial lift or supporting of weight from 100-150 pounds during transfers or assisting patients in stance. Work requires sitting, bending, stretching, and walking. May require prolonged standing and walking, lifting and moving patients, equipment, and supplies. Subject to danger of infection from disease-bearing specimens, exposed to odorous chemicals and specimens. Exposed to all patient elements: infectious diseases, chemicals, radiation, sharp tools/instruments, antineoplastic agents, combative patients/visitors, and electric shock.

Current degree standards and Louisiana licensure required. CPR training is required. Visual acuity and perceptive mental abilities are necessary. Will supervise PTA and Physical Medicine Aides. Decision-making skills are needed to carry out patient treatment and consult with physician and other providers. Required to work Monday through Friday and weekends as scheduled.

**Job Description**

- Healthstream (HLC) modules completed by assigned date.
- Complete Associate Self-evaluation and give to Supervisor by assigned date.
- Attend at least 2 Quarterly Associate Forums.
- Attendance at 50% of Monthly department meetings and educational inservices.
- Responsible for the evaluation, treatment, treatment planning, and goal setting of patients ordered therapy services. Responsible for discharge recommendations within the continuum of care. Responsible for daily documentation and billing of services.
- Patient Care - Completes evaluation and administers patient care as specified by the treatment plan and goals. Productivity adheres to the hospital standard. Flexible and adaptive to changes in the work environment/function. Uses resources in a cost-effective manner.
- Records Progress - Records patient evaluations, treatment documentation, discharge documentation, education documentation, billing in a timely manner, maintaining accuracy and updating as appropriate.
- Safety/Infection Control - Follows all safety and infection control policies. Uses appropriate therapeutic delivery. Recognizes adverse reactions and takes steps to remedy them.
- Insures Quality - Insures a quality approach in the treatment of patients. Communicates effectively and regularly with medical staff, department directors, and administration, as well as other departments and outside stakeholders as necessary and appropriate. Seeks consults from other disciplines when indicated. Assists in PT/OT/ST scheduling coordination.
- Accepts feedback and modifies actions as necessary. Actively seeks methods to improve performance. Seeks opportunity for personal/professional growth.
- Time Management - Will maintain own work schedule and utilize good time management skills. Works as a team member to get the job done. Initiates helping others when personal workload decreases or, if not needed in other areas, will exercise option of leaving early.
- Departmental Education - Attends department meetings and educational inservices. Participates in department education through organizing or providing education opportunities.
- Hospital Mission - Adheres to the hospital mission statement. Is consistent and fair in relationships with all members of the department. Works with courtesy and cooperation with co-workers in providing a good work environment. Treats each patient, family members, and visitors with courtesy and concern. Respects patient confidentiality. Avoids discussing patient care issues except when appropriate. Conducts and presents self in a professional manner.

**Requirements**

- Master or Doctor of Physical Therapy required from an accredited school.
- Louisiana licensure.
- BLS required.
- CPR certification, CPI Certification, FIM Certification.
- Must complete all required CEU in order to maintain licensure.
- New graduates accepted.

**Work Schedule**

7 AM - 5 PM

**Work Type**

Part Time

Occupational Therapist job in Lake Charles LA

Description Summary:All pharmacists fill orders for drugs, monitor patient drug therapies and provide drug information. Pharmacists provide pharmacy services with compassion, excellence, and efficiency.Responsibilities: <ul><li>Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.</li></ul> Operational Duties and Responsibilities <ul><li>Prepares and dispenses drug orders per physician request according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.</li><li>Interprets drug orders (verbal and written) and transcribes/verifies into computerized patient medication record accurately. Maintains, accurate, complete patient drug record.</li><li>Compounds and dispenses pharmaceuticals including non-sterile and sterile products, chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition products accurately.</li><li>Issues controlled substances to patient care areas and maintains records as required by law and institutional policies.</li><li>Provides services efficiently and in a timely fashion.</li><li>Maintains current pharmacist license. Ensures applicable CE records and licensure are maintained in department files. Attends staff meetings.</li><li>Completes all competency/skills assessment requirements.</li><li>Supervises and directs pharmacy support personnel. Verifies the daily activities of pharmacy technicians</li><li>Ambulatory care Pharmacist: Provides ambulatory pharmaceutical care services utilizing approved protocols and/or collaborative agreement with other providers, including managing patient drug therapy, anticoagulation management, providing patient education, and preparing and/or overseeing the preparation and dispensing of medications. Performs duties in the clinical areas assigned such as but not limited to anticoagulation clinics, intensive medical home, transition of care, Discharge Medication reconciliation, etc.</li></ul> Clinical Duties and Responsibilities <ul><li>Ensures safe, appropriate, cost-effective drug therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.</li><li>Monitors drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, allergies and appropriateness of drug and dose.</li><li>Assists with pharmacokinetics consult service and renal drug dosing per hospital protocol.</li><li>Reads, extracts, and interprets information in patient medical records accurately.</li><li>Detects and reports suspected adverse drug reactions accurately and in a timely manner.</li><li>Sustains the hospital drug formulary, minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic substitution protocols, and promoting rational drug therapy selection.</li><li>Provides clinical consultation and clarification to practitioners as appropriate.</li><li>Provides accurate, adequate, and timely drug information to the hospital's professional staff.</li><li>Provides drug education to patients and their families per institutional protocol.</li><li>Participates in the quality improvement and medication use review activities of the department. Collects data, conducts monitors and inspections, and maintains logs, records and other documentation as assigned.</li><li>Conducts designated interventions as defined in department Clinical Intervention activities (IV to PO, Renal Dosing, Pharmacokinetic dosing support, Anticoagulation). Baseline departmental standards for reporting interventions for clinical productivity as defined by departmental goals.</li><li>Participates in antibiotic stewardship, opioid stewardship, and shortage management activities as assigned.</li><li>Attends interdisciplinary rounds when assigned.</li><li>Provides services efficiently and in a timely fashion.</li></ul> Occupational Hazards <ul><li>Potential for exposure to hazardous and toxic substances (including chemotherapeutic, cytotoxic drugs and cleaning solutions), sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp items.</li><li>Risk 0 exposure category.</li><li>Potential for musculoskeletal injuries if proper lifting and carrying techniques are not used.</li><li>Potential exposure to biologic material when participating in direct patient care activities (e.g., patient education, code attendance).</li></ul>Job Requirements: Education/Skills <ul><li>Doctor of Pharmacy or BS Pharmacy degree required</li></ul> Experience <ul><li>Hospital experience preferred</li></ul> Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications <ul><li>Pharmacy state licensure required within 60 days of start date</li><li>BLS or ACLS is required</li><li>PALS (for pediatric practice) is required</li></ul> In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. Work Schedule: PRNWork Type: Per Diem As Needed<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?Ylh1TeHpP%2f25T1FtgyMMrQt" width="0" height="0" />

**Pharmacist**

All pharmacists fill orders for drugs, monitor patient drug therapies, and provide drug information. Pharmacists provide pharmacy services with compassion, excellence, and efficiency.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Prepares and dispenses drug orders per physician request according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Interprets drug orders (verbal and written) and transcribes/verifies into computerized patient medication record accurately. Maintains an accurate, complete patient drug record.
- Compounds and dispenses pharmaceuticals including non-sterile and sterile products, chemotherapy, and parenteral nutrition products accurately.
- Issues controlled substances to patient care areas and maintains records as required by law and institutional policies.
- Provides services efficiently and in a timely fashion.
- Maintains current pharmacist license. Ensures applicable CE records and licensure are maintained in department files. Attends staff meetings.
- Completes all competency/skills assessment requirements.
- Supervises and directs pharmacy support personnel. Verifies the daily activities of pharmacy technicians.
- Ambulatory care Pharmacist: Provides ambulatory pharmaceutical care services utilizing approved protocols and/or collaborative agreement with other providers, including managing patient drug therapy, anticoagulation management, providing patient education, and preparing and/or overseeing the preparation and dispensing of medications. Performs duties in the clinical areas assigned such as but not limited to anticoagulation clinics, intensive medical home, transition of care, discharge medication reconciliation, etc.

**Clinical Duties and Responsibilities**

- Ensures safe, appropriate, cost-effective drug therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Monitors drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, allergies, and appropriateness of drug and dose.
- Assists with pharmacokinetics consult service and renal drug dosing per hospital protocol.
- Reads, extracts, and interprets information in patient medical records accurately.
- Detects and reports suspected adverse drug reactions accurately and in a timely manner.
- Sustains the hospital drug formulary, minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic substitution protocols, and promoting rational drug therapy selection.
- Provides clinical consultation and clarification to practitioners as appropriate.
- Provides accurate, adequate, and timely drug information to the hospital's professional staff.
- Provides drug education to patients and their families per institutional protocol.
- Participates in the quality improvement and medication use review activities of the department. Collects data, conducts monitors and inspections, and maintains logs, records, and other documentation as assigned.
- Conducts designated interventions as defined in department Clinical Intervention activities (IV to PO, Renal Dosing, Pharmacokinetic dosing support, Anticoagulation). Baseline departmental standards for reporting interventions for clinical productivity as defined by departmental goals.
- Participates in antibiotic stewardship, opioid stewardship, and shortage management activities as assigned.
- Attends interdisciplinary rounds when assigned.
- Provides services efficiently and in a timely fashion.

**Occupational Hazards**

- Potential for exposure to hazardous and toxic substances (including chemotherapeutic, cytotoxic drugs, and cleaning solutions), sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp items.
- Risk 0 exposure category.
- Potential for musculoskeletal injuries if proper lifting and carrying techniques are not used.
- Potential exposure to biologic material when participating in direct patient care activities (e.g., patient education, code attendance).

**Requirements**

- Doctor of Pharmacy or BS Pharmacy degree required
- Hospital experience preferred
- Pharmacy state licensure required within 60 days of start date
- BLS or ACLS is required
- PALS (for pediatric practice) is required

In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.

**Work Schedule**

PRN

**Work Type**

Per Diem As Needed

Pharmacist job in Lake Charles LA

Description Experienced CTS PA/NP - CHRISTUS Ochsner Health, Lake Charles, LASalary Range: $140,000 - $150,000 - commensurate with years of experience The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Christus Ochsner Health in Southwest Louisiana, located at St. Patrick Hospital in Lake Charles, is actively seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join our dedicated team. This represents an excellent opportunity to collaborate with two other NPs and Ochsner Health's highly skilled board-certified cardiothoracic surgeons, who utilize state-of-the-art technology and innovative approaches for patients diagnosed with heart, lung, and foregut/esophageal diseases. The John & Sylvia Stelly Regional Heart Center at CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick features a new Hybrid OR suite and conducts TAVR procedures. Additionally, we perform Robotic Da Vinci thoracic surgery along with minimally invasive cardiac surgeries. Christus Ochsner Health in SWLA: The region boasts a comprehensive and expanding cardiology, electrophysiology, and structural heart program, all housed within the ACC-designated Heart Center. Our cardiac surgery program has the longest-standing history in the area. Post-operative care is enhanced by Impella support, UF/Aquadex technology, and advanced hemodynamic monitoring systems, including Hemosphere, Flo Trac, and ClearSight. Throughout the year, numerous opportunities for research, teaching, and community engagement are available. Additionally, the program features a robust multidisciplinary thoracic oncology initiative and a growing thoracic robotic surgery program. This is supported by the Christus Ochsner Foundation and Board, a faith-based, not-for-profit organization. Enjoy a balanced professional and personal lifestyle: <ul><li>Paid CME</li><li>Paid Time Off</li><li>Paid Malpractice Insurance</li><li>Matched 401K</li><li>EPIC EMR</li><li>Competitive compensation and benefits package</li></ul> Responsibilities: Assisting in surgery, endo vein harvesting, in-patient rounding, and outpatient clinic. Shared call 1 in 3 calls Rotating shifts, 24/7 service coverage with night shifts and weekends. Surgical Assist in cardiovascular and thoracic cases Outpatient Ambulatory Visits & Hospital Rounding Assess new consults in the clinic and hospital admissions Assist with vein harvesting; CABG and valve surgeries ICU and Telemetry experience is preferred Perform comprehensive history and physical exams Diagnose and treat conditions, providing follow-up care as needed Assist in surgeries, including first and second assisting Manage inpatient care, preoperative, and postoperative evaluations Perform invasive procedures (will train), including: Central vascular access Swan-Ganz insertion Chest tube insertion Endoscopic vessel harvesting Must be able to interact positively with all members of a multidisciplinary care team, patients and their families and possess the emotional intelligence to work collaboratively in a fast paced, high-acuity environment where quality and caring come first. Requirements: Current BLS and ACLS certifications Must have an active Louisiana PA license or be eligible to be licensed Cardiac Surgical Experience (Minimum 5 years) Hospital & Ambulatory experience preferred Experience with robotic surgery is a plus, but we will train if not experienced with robotic surgery Recruiter: Richelle Howell <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?NiQxCqyYaJ6eughpO84x9wi" width="0" height="0" />

**Experienced CTS PA/NP - CHRISTUS Ochsner Health, Lake Charles, LA**

The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Christus Ochsner Health in Southwest Louisiana, located at St. Patrick Hospital in Lake Charles, is actively seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join our dedicated team. This represents an excellent opportunity to collaborate with two other NPs and Ochsner Health's highly skilled board-certified cardiothoracic surgeons, who utilize state-of-the-art technology and innovative approaches for patients diagnosed with heart, lung, and foregut/esophageal diseases. The John & Sylvia Stelly Regional Heart Center at CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick features a new Hybrid OR suite and conducts TAVR procedures. Additionally, we perform Robotic Da Vinci thoracic surgery along with minimally invasive cardiac surgeries.

**Job Description**

- Assisting in surgery, endo vein harvesting, in-patient rounding, and outpatient clinic.
- Shared call 1 in 3 calls.
- Rotating shifts, 24/7 service coverage with night shifts and weekends.
- Surgical assist in cardiovascular and thoracic cases.
- Outpatient ambulatory visits & hospital rounding.
- Assess new consults in the clinic and hospital admissions.
- Assist with vein harvesting; CABG and valve surgeries.
- ICU and telemetry experience is preferred.
- Perform comprehensive history and physical exams.
- Diagnose and treat conditions, providing follow-up care as needed.
- Assist in surgeries, including first and second assisting.
- Manage inpatient care, preoperative, and postoperative evaluations.
- Perform invasive procedures (will train), including:
  - Central vascular access
  - Swan-Ganz insertion
  - Chest tube insertion
  - Endoscopic vessel harvesting

**Requirements**

- Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
- Must have an active Louisiana PA license or be eligible to be licensed.
- Cardiac surgical experience (minimum 5 years) hospital & ambulatory experience preferred.
- Experience with robotic surgery is a plus, but we will train if not experienced with robotic surgery.

**Benefits**

- Paid CME.
- Paid time off.
- Paid malpractice insurance.
- Matched 401K.
- EPIC EMR.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.

**Community Overview**

The region boasts a comprehensive and expanding cardiology, electrophysiology, and structural heart program, all housed within the ACC-designated Heart Center. Our cardiac surgery program has the longest-standing history in the area. Post-operative care is enhanced by Impella support, UF/Aquadex technology, and advanced hemodynamic monitoring systems, including Hemosphere, Flo Trac, and ClearSight. Throughout the year, numerous opportunities for research, teaching, and community engagement are available. Additionally, the program features a robust multidisciplinary thoracic oncology initiative and a growing thoracic robotic surgery program. This is supported by the Christus Ochsner Foundation and Board, a faith-based, not-for-profit organization.

Surgery - General Nurse Practitioner

OCHSNER HEALTH CHRISTUS - DEPARTMENT OF NEUROLOGY Ochsner Health in Lake Charles is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Neurologist to join our growing, well-supported practice. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a collaborative, patient-centered environment while enjoying the stability and resources of Louisiana's largest healthcare system.Practice Highlights<ul><li>General Neurology position with opportunities to incorporate subspecialty interests (e.g., headache, neuromuscular, epilepsy, stroke, movement disorders).</li><li>Outpatient-focused practice, with minimal inpatient responsibilities.</li><li>Established referral base and strong primary care network ensuring immediate patient volume.</li><li>EPIC electronic medical record system across the entire health system.</li><li>Support from tele-neurology and tele-stroke services for improved work-life balance.</li><li>Access to advanced neurodiagnostic testing, including EEG, EMG, and imaging through an integrated system.</li></ul>Work Environment & Team<ul><li>Join a collegial team aligned with system-wide Neurology programs.</li><li>Work closely with experienced neurologists, hospitalists, and specialty providers.</li><li>Emphasis on quality of care, evidence-based practice, and multidisciplinary collaboration.</li><li>Dedicated clinical support staff to maximize efficiency and patient care quality.</li></ul> WHY CHOOSE OCHSNER HEALTH: <ul><li> Flexible schedules to ensure a healthy work-life balance. </li><li> Integrated health care delivery model with m ulti-specialty collaboration, large internal referral network, and innovative resources dedicated to improving patient care and your ease of practice. </li><li> Physician-led organization that ensures our providers are given the tools and support needed to care for patients. </li><li> Professional development opportunities in teaching, research, physician leadership, and community service. </li><li> EPIC medical record platform utilized throughout the health system to enhance flexibility in patient management. </li><li> We focus our efforts in key areas that correlate back to our core values of Patient First, Compassion, Integrity, Excellence and Teamwork. </li></ul> COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: <ul><li> Salary is commensurate with experience and training </li><li> Paid vacation, holidays and CME </li><li> Full benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance </li><li> Retirement options (401k, 403b, and 457b) </li><li> Relocation assistance </li><li> Malpractice and tail insurance </li><li> Louisiana is a tort-reform state </li></ul> Community & Lifestyle <ul><li> Lake Charles offers affordable living, a family-friendly environment, and access to outdoor recreation including fishing, boating, and nearby Gulf Coast beaches. </li><li> Growing community with excellent schools, cultural events, and a vibrant food scene. </li><li> Convenient access to Houston, New Orleans, and Lafayette. </li></ul>LAKE CHARLES:<ul><li>Adventure and exploration wait for you in Lake Charles with a diverse offering of culture, music, world-famous food, festivals, the great outdoors, casino gaming, top name entertainment and historic attractions.</li></ul> <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?Ob9pZU%2bgDtNybf4QuV8itAv" width="0" height="0" />

**Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Neurologist**

Ochsner Health in Lake Charles is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Neurologist to join our growing, well-supported practice. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a collaborative, patient-centered environment while enjoying the stability and resources of Louisiana's largest healthcare system.

**Job Description**

- General neurology position with opportunities to incorporate subspecialty interests (e.g., headache, neuromuscular, epilepsy, stroke, movement disorders).
- Outpatient-focused practice, with minimal inpatient responsibilities.
- Established referral base and strong primary care network ensuring immediate patient volume.
- EPIC electronic medical record system across the entire health system.
- Support from tele-neurology and tele-stroke services for improved work-life balance.
- Access to advanced neurodiagnostic testing, including EEG, EMG, and imaging through an integrated system.

**Work Environment & Team**

- Join a collegial team aligned with system-wide neurology programs.
- Work closely with experienced neurologists, hospitalists, and specialty providers.
- Emphasis on quality of care, evidence-based practice, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
- Dedicated clinical support staff to maximize efficiency and patient care quality.

**Benefits**

- Flexible schedules to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
- Integrated health care delivery model with multi-specialty collaboration, large internal referral network, and innovative resources dedicated to improving patient care and your ease of practice.
- Physician-led organization that ensures our providers are given the tools and support needed to care for patients.
- Professional development opportunities in teaching, research, physician leadership, and community service.
- EPIC medical record platform utilized throughout the health system to enhance flexibility in patient management.
- We focus our efforts in key areas that correlate back to our core values of Patient First, Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, and Teamwork.

**Compensation and Benefits**

- Salary is commensurate with experience and training.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and CME.
- Full benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement options (401k, 403b, and 457b).
- Relocation assistance.
- Malpractice and tail insurance.
- Louisiana is a tort-reform state.

**Community Overview**

Lake Charles offers affordable living, a family-friendly environment, and access to outdoor recreation including fishing, boating, and nearby Gulf Coast beaches. 

Growing community with excellent schools, cultural events, and a vibrant food scene. Convenient access to Houston, New Orleans, and Lafayette.

Adventure and exploration wait for you in Lake Charles with a diverse offering of culture, music, world-famous food, festivals, the great outdoors, casino gaming, top name entertainment, and historic attractions.

Urology Physician

Description Summary: Performs a variety of technical duties to assist in preparing and caring for pre-operative patients. Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards. Maintains aseptic techniques; actively monitors situations that could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. Provides comfort and support for pre-operative patients by demonstrating sensitivity to patient care and privacy. Transports patients to and from the Operating Room suite. Positions patients according to the type of surgery. Identifies and cares for biological specimens. Prepares the Operating Room by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies according to type of case. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Under the direction of a professional nurse, performs all processes that relate to the delivery of direct patient care and assistance care in the OR prior to and during any surgical procedure. Ability to proficiently scrub 3 specialty areas including but not limited to: Transplants, Open Heart, Urology, Neurology, Titanium Rib, Robotics, etc. is highly preferred. Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments, and sutures to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician. Use the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR. Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible. Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient. Cooperates in team planning and execution. Maintains a safe environment by always implementing technical and aseptic practices. Demonstrates clinical expertise in the use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment. Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations. Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes, and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures. Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility. 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. 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. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: Education/Skills High School Diploma or equivalent is required Completion of the Surgical Technology program or an accredited LVN/LPN program is required Experience 2 or more years of experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required Certified Surgical Technologist within 180 days of graduation or LVN/LPN License required Work Schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?59dS%2b47%2blS6RBxyYFW9k%2bAg" width="0" height="0" />

**Surgical Technologist**

Performs a variety of technical duties to assist in preparing and caring for pre-operative patients. Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards. Maintains aseptic techniques; actively monitors situations that could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. Provides comfort and support for pre-operative patients by demonstrating sensitivity to patient care and privacy. Transports patients to and from the Operating Room suite. Positions patients according to the type of surgery. Identifies and cares for biological specimens. Prepares the Operating Room by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies according to type of case.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Under the direction of a professional nurse, performs all processes that relate to the delivery of direct patient care and assistance care in the OR prior to and during any surgical procedure.
- Ability to proficiently scrub 3 specialty areas including but not limited to: Transplants, Open Heart, Urology, Neurology, Titanium Rib, Robotics, etc. is highly preferred.
- Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments, and sutures to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician.
- Uses the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR.
- Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.
- Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient. Cooperates in team planning and execution.
- Maintains a safe environment by always implementing technical and aseptic practices.
- Demonstrates clinical expertise in the use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment.
- Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations.
- Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment.
- Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes, and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures.
- Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility.
- 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.
- 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.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- Completion of the Surgical Technology program or an accredited LVN/LPN program is required.
- 2 or more years of experience preferred.
- BLS required.
- Certified Surgical Technologist within 180 days of graduation or LVN/LPN License required.

**Work Schedule**

5 Days - 8 Hours

**Work Type**

Full Time

Surgical Technologist Certified - Ambulatory Surgery Center

JOB OVERVIEW <ul><li>Job Title: Physician Emergency Medicine</li><li>Job Type: Locum Tenens</li><li>Location: Lake Charles, LA</li><li>Service Setting: Inpatient</li><li>Coverage Type: Clinical Only</li><li>Coverage Period: 1 Oct 2025 1 Apr 2026</li><li>Clinical Shift Schedule: Flexible; Minimum 7 shifts/month; FT coverage needed</li><li>On-Call Shift Schedule: No</li></ul> PATIENT INFORMATION <ul><li>Patient Demographics: 100% adult</li><li>Patient Volume/Census: 66 patients per day</li><li>Case Mix: General Emergency Cases</li></ul> FACILITY INFORMATION <ul><li>EMR System: Meditech</li><li>Specialty Backup Available: Yes</li><li>Support Staff Available: MDDO for Black shifts, NPPA for Blue shifts</li><li>Reason for Coverage: Supplemental</li></ul> PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE <ul><li>Hospital Privileges Required: Yes</li><li>Credentialing Timeline: 30-90 days</li></ul> COMPENSATION & BENEFITS <ul><li>Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered</li><li>Rate: TBD</li></ul> JOB REQUIREMENTS <ul><li>Licenses: Active LA license required</li><li>DEA: Active DEA Certification required</li><li>Certifications: ATLS, ACLS, PALS, BLS required</li><li>Experience: Emergency Medicine experience required</li><li>Other Qualifications: Stroke CME</li></ul> DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES <ul><li>Provide emergency medical care to adult patients</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely documentation in Meditech EMR</li><li>Participate in EMR training and onboarding requirements</li><li>Follow hospital policies and maintain active compliance</li></ul><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?JwTD%2fX6AScEKwsj9677EhAf" width="0" height="0" />

**Physician Emergency Medicine**

Join our team as a Physician in Emergency Medicine, providing care in a dynamic inpatient setting located in Lake Charles, LA. This locum tenens position offers flexible scheduling with a minimum of 7 shifts per month, ensuring a balance between work and personal life.

**Job Description**

- Provide emergency medical care to adult patients
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation in Meditech EMR
- Participate in EMR training and onboarding requirements
- Follow hospital policies and maintain active compliance

**Requirements**

- Active LA license required
- Active DEA Certification required
- ATLS, ACLS, PALS, BLS certifications required
- Emergency Medicine experience required
- Stroke CME

**Benefits**

- Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance covered
- Rate: TBD

**Community Overview**

This position is set in Lake Charles, known for its vibrant culture and community spirit. The area offers a variety of recreational activities and amenities, making it an attractive place to live and work.

Healthcare Jobs in Lake Charles, Louisiana