Neonatologist Lake Charles, LA
Location: Lake Charles, Louisiana
Specialty: Neonatology / Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Practice Setting: Level III NICU
Availability: Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN
Compensation: $100 $125/hour or $2,400+ per shift , based on location, experience, and position type
Join a Collaborative Level III NICU Team We are seeking a
Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Neonatologist to join a growing neonatal care team in
Lake Charles, LA . This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate and clinically strong neonatologist to practice in a
12-bed Level III NICU within a collaborative
2-neonatologist model , supported by
24/7 in-house coverage and NNP support . Opportunity Highlights
- 12-bed Level III NICU
- Collaborative 2-Neonatologist model
- 24/7 in-house coverage
- Strong NNP support
- Comprehensive interdisciplinary clinical resources
- Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN availability
- Focus on evidence-based, patient-centered neonatal care
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive care to premature, critically ill, and high-risk newborns
- Attend high-risk deliveries and provide neonatal resuscitation as needed
- Diagnose and manage a broad range of neonatal conditions
- Perform neonatal procedures within scope of practice
- Collaborate with NNPs, pediatricians, nurses, and other specialists
- Communicate effectively with parents and families regarding diagnosis, treatment, and clinical status
- Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
- Participate in shared call coverage and team-based clinical responsibilities
Qualifications
- MD or DO
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
- Strong clinical experience in NICU care
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Collaborative, team-oriented approach
- Commitment to high-quality, evidence-based medicine
Compensation
$100 $125/hour or $2,400+ per shift Compensation varies based on
location, experience, and position type . Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Competitive compensation
- Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN flexibility
- Supportive physician-led environment
- Collaborative 2-neonatologist model
- Strong NNP and interdisciplinary support
- Professional growth and leadership opportunities
- Strong emphasis on work-life balance
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in neonatal care
