Psychiatry Opening in Lake Charles, LA
Updated 3/06/26
Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States
Physician
Psychiatric-Mental Health
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Geriatric Psychiatry Opening – Lake Charles, Louisiana
Location: Lake Charles, LA
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Specialty: Geriatric Psychiatry
Setting: Inpatient and Outpatient
Seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Geriatric Psychiatrist to join a high-performing behavioral health program in Lake Charles, Louisiana. This opportunity offers a balanced clinical practice across inpatient, outpatient, and intensive outpatient settings with strong referral support and system resources.
Position Highlights;
Practice includes inpatient and outpatient geriatric psychiatry care
31-bed behavioral health unit (currently 21 staffed beds)
Rounding responsibilities across five nursing homes
Outpatient volume of approximately 7–10 patients per half-day session
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) participation up to 20 hours per week
Monday–Friday schedule
Rotating weekday and weekend call coverage
Strong referral base from 50+ employed primary care providers and aligned community physicians
Established, stable behavioral health program
EPIC electronic medical record system
Qualifications:
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Geriatric Psychiatry
Eligible for Louisiana medical licensure
Commitment to multidisciplinary, patient-centered behavioral healthcare
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Compensation & Benefits:
Earning potential up to the 90th percentile of MGMA
Work RVU production incentives
Competitive PTO plan with 8 paid holidays plus CME days
Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits
Educational loan assistance (if applicable)
Student loan forgiveness for physicians coming out of training
Paid professional liability insurance
Relocation assistance
Sign-on bonus
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