Southwest Medical Center in Lafayette LA is currently searching for primary care physicians for private practice opportunities.  Both Family Practice and Internal Medicine physicians are being recruited.  Arrangements for time off from call and vacations can be worked out with the other Physicians on the hospital’s staff, and we also have a Hospitalist Program available.  We will provide a competitive income guarantee financial package, including a first year salary guarantee with forgiveness provisions, overhead incremental expenses, malpractice insurance, relocation and many more perks.  In addition, we may be able to provide a sign on bonus, marketing, and legal fee reimbursement.  Louisiana is a Tort Reform State (capped malpractice claims), which makes this a very physician friendly practice opportunity.  As a member of a HCA hospital staff, physicians have access to the latest technology and state of the art equipment.  HCA's eHC.com offers web services, allowing you to create your own physician website.  And, HCA subsidiaries also offer a wide range of services to physicians in the management and operation of their private practice for a fair market price, including practice management, consulting, billing, collection and payroll services, health and retirement benefits, and more!  The area offers convenient access to larger metropolitan areas such as New Orleans and Houston, wonderful culture, friendly people and is truly a wonderful place to call home.  This is a great opportunity for a motivated physician to practice in the lovely area of central Louisiana.

At Southwest Medical Center, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life, and to delivering high quality, cost effective healthcare in the communities we serve.  Because of this commitment, Southwest Medical Center received the 2006 Vascular Care Excellence Award from HealthGrades, the nation's leading provider of independent hospital ratings.  We were also the 2006 Presenting Sponsor for the American Heart Association Heart Walk.

In an effort to expand the spectrum of services we provide to the Lafayette area and beyond, we recently announced that we’ve installed a new state-of-the-art surgical navigation system for orthopedic surgery, making us the first in the Lafayette area to use a computer-assisted navigation system in conjunction with orthopedic hip and knee replacement.  Our other services include:  Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery), Chemotherapy (Inpatient and Outpatient), Emergency Services (Level II) and Express Care, Hemodialysis, Laser Surgery, Outpatient Surgery, Pain Management Clinic, Rehabilitation Services, Radiology Services, Special Care Units (ICU, CCU, SICU), and Urology.  As one of the few full service hospitals in the area, we have many resources to offer a physician in today’s uncertain practice environment.

Southwest Medical Center can also offer practicing physicians a wide variety of practice options tailored specifically for your needs, from simply offering staff privileges, to call and inpatient coverage through our Hospitalist program, practice management, billing services, employee hiring, payroll services, health and retirement benefits, and even buyout of existing practice assets for physicians looking at employment options.  Most importantly, as one of the premier medical facilities in the Lafayette area, Southwest Medical Center has an exceptional staff of sub-specialty trained physicians available as a resource to you.

Lafayette, LA is a beautiful college town located in south-central Louisiana.  The heart of Acadiana (or Cajun land), it boasts of the best food, music and culture in Louisiana.  It sits on the I-10, allowing easy access to Houston and New Orleans.  As a tort reform state, Louisiana has much to offer physicians who will be entering the private practice arena in today's uncertain medical market.  And currently, billions of dollars are pouring into the state as a result of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, and these efforts to revitalize the coastal areas are having a ripple effect throughout the state.

Lafayette is very proud of its educational amenities.  The University of Louisiana, Lafayette has a student enrollment of over 18,000 and offers 80 undergraduate and 23 graduate degree programs.  U of L also competes at the highest NCAA level of competition, Division 1.  Finally, Lafayette also supports a strong public, private, and parochial school system for all ages.

With a unique and interesting blend of Deep South tradition, French-Acadian, English and Indian heritage, this area offers a multitude of opportunities and experiences which make South Louisiana a great place to live, work, and enjoy life.  Cultural events and resources are an integral part of life in Southwest Louisiana. Not only does Lafayette support a strong medical and business economy, it is also home to numerous outstanding art galleries, restaurants, and music entertainment venues. Plus enjoy the different cultural experiences of Baton Rouge and New Orleans, LA both just a short drive from Lafayette.  Its close proximity to the Louisiana Gulf Coast and the Atchafalaya Basin, makes Lafayette an outdoor enthusiasts dream.  Aside from great parks and golf courses, some of South Louisiana’s best boating and fishing is just minutes away.

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