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Opelousas General Health System

Rheumatology Physician Opportunity in South Louisiana

Opelousas General Health System, Opelousas, LA, United States


Opelousas General Health System is seeking a dedicated full-time Rheumatologist to join our skilled team! Residents/Fellows are encouraged to apply!

Employed Physician Incentives:

  • Malpractice- Paid by Hospital 
  • CME Allowance ($4,000/year) 
  • 30 Days of Paid Time Off, 5 days of Extended Illness Time and 5 CME days per year 
  • Retirement - 3 components 
    • 457b-tax deferred 
    • Social Security Replacement (7.65% of Physician's Salary) 
    • Hospital Contributes 5% of Physician's Salary into Retirement Account 
  • Health Benefits- 1st of the month following start date. 

Position Highlights: 

  • Employed Position with Community Health System 
  • Clinic schedule: Monday-Thursday 8-5 and Friday 8-12
  • No Call Required
  • Outpatient Infusion Center
  • Telemedicine Support 
  • NP Available
  • Adequate time off with family
  • Located near Lafayette, LA in Sportsman's Paradise (lots of hunting, fishing, football) in addition to arts, music, culture and amazing Cajun Cuisine
  • Located 2 hours from New Orleans; 3 hours from Houston
  • 30 minutes to Lafayette Airport (Direct flights to Dallas, Houston, Atlanta & Charlotte)

Check out our WellSmart Health-Rheumatology Clinic!