Academic Rheumatology Job in Louisiana, Louisiana
This Rheumatology position in Louisiana is offered as an academic arrangement, placing you within a teaching institution where clinical practice is combined with teaching and often research. Compensation is typically salaried through the institution, and advancement follows an academic track — suited to physicians who want residents or students in their clinical day alongside patient care. This same role is also available under several other structures, including solo-independent, single-specialty group, multi-specialty group, hospital/clinic/MSO employment, and community health center/FQHC settings, so you can discuss which fits your goals.
The financial offering for this listing is noted as the national average tier, structured through options such as an income guarantee, straight employment, an employment agreement with production bonus, or contract. Emergency department call follows a 1:4 rotation.
Candidates who are board certified or board eligible are considered, including MD and DO graduates from both U.S. and international medical schools. The role is open to a range of experience levels, from those currently in training to very experienced physicians, and supports several work-authorization statuses. The position is based in a community of 100,000–499,999 residents.
- Position Type: Permanent
- Recruited Specialty: Rheumatology
- Does the Physician Need To Be Trained In Specialty Being Recruited: Yes
- Structure of Position: Solo-Independent, Single-Specialty Group, Multi-Specialty Group, Employed by Hospital/Clinic/MSO/Other, Academic, Community Health Center/FQHC
- Partnership Opportunity: Unknown
- Expected Patient Call Coverage: (not specified)
- Expected ER Call Coverage: 1:4
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Rheumatology (RHEUMA)
- Unlimited Potential with a base salary of $250,000
- Production available in addition to base salary
- Sign on, Relocation, PTO & CME Offered
- Health, Dental, Vision, 401K & Life Insurance offered
- Retirement with match and Stock Options Available
RESPONSIBILITIES AND FACILITY DETAILS Rheumatology (RHEUMA)
- General Rheumatology Practice with draw area of 200,000+ including 9 rural hospitals
- Scribes added as patient volume increases
- Beautiful, state-of-the-art Specialty building with fully staffed clinics in the heart of downtown
- Specialties Welcome
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS Rheumatology (RHEUMA)
- Board Certified or Eligible with intent to certify
- We can sponsor J1 & H1B visas
COMMUNITY Rheumatology (RHEUMA)
- Metro population of 175,000+
- Excellent shopping, one-of-a-kind restaurants, and an outdoors lover’s paradise
- Public & Private schools available & local university that is part of the University of Louisiana System
- Cost of Living is 11% below the US average
REFERENCE NUMBER: 151022
ABOUT DELTA PHYSICIAN PLACEMENT
Delta Physician Placement (DPP), the permanent staffing division of The Delta Companies, identifies qualified Physicians, Advanced Practitioners, Allied Health, and Therapist on behalf of healthcare facilities nationwide. A single point of contact assists you with coordinating communication with the hiring manager, negotiating contractual details, and coordinating any necessary travel. The company has been recognized with several Best of Staffing® Awards. Visit (Registered Profile Required) for more information.
- Structure of Financial Support: Income Guarantee, Straight Employment, Employment Agreement with production bonus, Contract
- Financial Offering: National Average
- Median Compensation: $298,939 per year
- Relocation Allowance: No
- Signing Bonus: No
- Stipends: No
- Student Loan Assistance: No
- Practice State: Louisiana
- Practice City: Registered Candidates Only
- Community Size: 100,000 - 499,999
- Community Details: Registered Candidates Only
- Location of Medical Training: American Medical Graduate (AMG), Foreign Medical Graduate (FMG)
- Medical Training Type: Allopathic (MD), Osteopathic (DO)
- Board Certification: Board Certified, Board Eligible
- Work Status Requirements: US Citizen, Green Card, H-1 Visa, J-1 Visa, O-1 Visa
- Preferred Experience Level: Currently In Training, Recently Trained, Experienced, Very Experienced
- Accept Local Physicians within 25 mile Radius: Yes
- Agency: The Delta Companies
