Hospitalist job in Sulphur LA

Provide clinical leadership and deliver high-quality, patient-centered medical care across several skilled nursing and long-term care facilities in Sulphur, Louisiana. In this full-time role you will collaborate closely with experienced Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to manage post-acute and long-term care patients, oversee clinical workflows, and support staff to ensure optimal outcomes and continuity of care.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as attending physician and clinical leader at assigned facilities
• Coordinate care with NPs, PAs, nursing staff, and ancillary services
• Conduct patient assessments, develop treatment plans, and perform visits (typically 18-25 per day)
• Provide oversight, documentation, and quality assurance for clinical services
• Support staff education and communicate effectively with families and facility teams

Position highlights

• Full-time position with flexible scheduling; physicians generally cover each facility 1-2 days per week
• No fixed start/end times, no call, and no overnight shifts
• Work-life balance-oriented schedule
• Company-provided iPad with LTE for efficient documentation

Compensation & benefits

• Competitive compensation with earning potential above industry benchmarks
• Up to $50,000 long-term retention incentive and performance-based bonuses
• Paid Time Off, 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible physicians
• Employer-paid life insurance; short- and long-term disability for eligible physicians
• CME allowance, licensure reimbursement, and professional lab coat

Qualifications

• MD or DO with an active, unrestricted U.S. medical license or eligibility for licensure
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, PM&R, or Emergency Medicine
• Strong clinical decision-making, leadership, and communication skills
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care

If you are a collaborative physician who values clinical leadership and work-life balance while serving a vulnerable patient population, this role offers meaningful impact and excellent support.