Physician

Service Line: EM

Position Title: Physician

Location: CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital - EM , Lake Charles , Louisiana

Job Type: 1099 Independent Contractor, Full time or Part time available

Recruiter: Derek Sawyer | derek_sawyer@scphealth.com | 337-609-1455

Position Overview

Serve patients in moments that matter and be a part of the future of health care. SCP Health is seeking a dedicated Physician to join our dynamic team at CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital - EM. Join us to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and deliver high-quality care in the communities you serve.

• Patient Volume: 26K annual ED volume
• Coverage Model: 2 physician shifts per day (6a-6p, 6p-6a) and 2 NPPA shifts per day (9a-8p, 1p-12a)
• Number of Beds: 88 hospital beds
• EMR: EPIC in conjunction with Abridge, AI Scribe

Qualifications

• Education: EM Residency Training or FM Residency Training (with EM experience)
• Licensure: Must have or be able to obtain a Louisiana medical license
• Board Certification: Must be board eligible/board certified
• Experience: EM Residents Welcome

Facility & Clinical Details

• About CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital - EM: CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital offers emergency physicians the benefit of a modern, well equipped facility with strong specialty support, allowing for efficient and high-quality patient care across a wide range of acuity levels. The hospital serves as a key access point for the Lake Charles community and surrounding regions, providing a steady and diverse patient volume that helps physicians maintain and expand their clinical skills. Additionally, its affiliation with both CHRISTUS Health and Ochsner Health creates a collaborative environment with access to broader resources, clinical best practices, and a supportive physician network. CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area has earned the Healthgrades Outstanding Patient Experience Award multiple years in a row (2023-2025).

Community Information

Lake Charles, Louisiana is a vibrant Gulf Coast community that offers physicians an ideal blend of regional medical opportunity and quality southern living. As the hub for Southwest Louisiana's healthcare needs, it provides a diverse patient population and solid clinical volume without the demands of a major metropolitan market. The city features affordable housing, family-friendly neighborhoods with strong schools, and easy access to outdoor recreation including beaches, fishing, and water sports along the Gulf. A growing cultural and dining scene, coupled with the warm community spirit characteristic of coastal Louisiana, makes Lake Charles an attractive destination for physicians seeking to build a fulfilling career and personal life.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive compensation package with base earning $466560.00
• Job Status: 1099 Independent Contractor
• Sign-On Bonus: $100,000
• No Non-Compete
• Professional liability insurance with tail coverage
• Dedicated Chief Wellness Officer and wellness programming for clinicians
• Established, respected, financially stable company
• Equitable scheduling patterns
• Dedicated on-site and regional leadership support
• Robust professional growth and leadership development opportunities

Why SCP Health

For over 50 years, SCP Health has been serving patients in moments that matter. As a physician-founded and physician-led organization specializing in emergency, hospital, and critical care medicine, we believe clinicians should focus on what matters most—delivering exceptional patient care.

We support our physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants with national capabilities, regional leadership support, and evidence-based practices. Our approach combines clinician autonomy with comprehensive administrative support, enabling work-life balance while practicing at the top of your license.

By supporting our clinicians in delivering exceptional care, we improve the health of our communities.

Together, we heal.