General Orthopedics | Hidden Gem of Lake Charles
Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Orthopedics
Salary $700,000 – $950,000 yearly
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment Clinic/Private Practice
Location Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 4/28/24

Join Our Renowned Orthopedic Team at Lake Charles!

Join a Thriving and Fast-Growing Jewel in the Southeast! As one of the fastest-growing cities in the region, the community is in need of additional Orthopedic surgeons in the area.

  • Type of Role:

    • Seeking multiple subspecialties: Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon, General Ortho, Hand Specialist, and Total Joint Surgeon.
    • Opportunity created due to upcoming retirements and expansion in Moss Bluff.
  • Practice Highlights:

    • Part of a team with 5 established Orthopedic Specialists.
    • Supportive recruitment environment with collegial peers.
    • Modern facilities attached to a hospital for seamless patient care.
  • Call Schedule:

    • Maximum of 7 days of call/month. (Estimated 5-6 in coming year)
    • 1-2 weekday calls after hours, one weekend call (Friday-Sunday).
  • Practice Potential:

    • Increasing patient volume with 3,100 office visits/day in 1st year, 4,300+ in subsequent years.
    • Growing procedural demand: 400 in 1st year, 500+ thereafter.
  • Facilities & Resources:

    • Full-time clinic operating Monday to Thursday 8am-5pm, Friday 8am-12pm. Autonomy in schedule.
    • In-house ancillary services including X-ray, CT, Ultrasound, and MRI.
    • Total staff: 40 FTEs with a supportive mix of clinical and non-clinical staff.
  • Compensation & Financials:

    • Employed position with competitive salary.
    • Incentives based on wRVU production.
    • Comprehensive billing and collection system in place.
    • 90th% earning potential
  • Benefits:

    • Relocation Allowance: $12,000.
    • Signing Bonus: $25-50K BOE.
    • Malpractice, Health, Life, Disability Insurance as per hospital policy.
    • CME Allowance: $3,000 + $1,500 for professional expenses.
    • PTO: 27 days (15 vacation/5 CME/7 holidays).
    • Student Loan Forgiveness: Up to $48,000 over 3 years.
    • Retirement Plan: 4% match in 403(b).
    • Additional benefits including sick leave, and more.

Apply now to become a part of our dedicated team delivering high-quality orthopedic care!

Please note, details such as the specific salary amount, exact structure of incentives, and comprehensive benefits summary will be provided during the recruitment process.