Doctor of Medicine | Obstetrics and Gynecology
Location: Lafayette, LA
Employer: Curative
Pay: $395,000 to $400,000 per year
Shift Information: 3 days x 12 hours
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Curative to find a qualified Obstetrics and Gynecology MD in Lafayette, Louisiana, 70508!
OB Hospitalist Opportunity in Lafayette, LA
You'll step into a high-volume, inpatient-only OB Hospitalist role with immediate clinical demand and strong referral flow. This is a true laborist position in a women's and children's setting with robust specialty backup and a clear plan to expand the physician team. If you're looking for predictable shift work and protected time off between shifts, this is worth a closer look.
Practice Overview
- You'll join an expanding OB Hospitalist team moving toward a dedicated 24/7 model with two physicians on-site per 12-hour shift
- 100% inpatient: L&D management, emergent/scheduled C-sections, operative deliveries, ED GYN consults, and inpatient rounding
- Integrated support from CNMs, L&D RNs, lactation specialists, pregnancy navigators, and daytime APP coverage for triage/rounding
- Strong specialty resources including in-house anesthesia, on-site neonatology, and employed MFM support for complex cases
Schedule
- Full-time expectation: 14 twelve-hour shifts per month (1.0 FTE)
- Shift-based model with required nights/weekends in the rotation; no clinic and no home call
- Post-shift time is fully protected with no call-backs or remote responsibilities
- Typical volume: 2-4 deliveries per shift (approximately 2,500 deliveries annually across the service)
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Sign-on and relocation provided
- Quality bonus opportunities and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Paid malpractice and full benefits package (medical/dental/vision, life, disability, and retirement matching)
Candidate Requirements
- MD/DO with BE/BC in Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Comfortable managing L&D, operative deliveries, and C-sections in a high-acuity environment with specialty backup
- Open to new graduates and experienced physicians
- Visa sponsorship considered
Community & Location Highlights
- Lafayette offers a strong sense of community with year-round food, music, and festival culture
- Cost of living that supports home ownership and space, with a range of neighborhoods and nearby suburbs
- Easy access to outdoor recreation, weekend getaways, and Gulf Coast trips
- Regional airport access for convenient travel, plus larger metro amenities within driving distance
Reach out today to learn more about this opportunity and how it aligns with your career goals.
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