<p>A full-time, permanent Emergency Medicine APP opportunity is open in Southwest Louisiana, placing a board-certified NP or PA inside a busy 14-bed community ED that runs approximately 22,000 visits annually. The department operates with 24/7 physician coverage, meaning APPs work alongside attending physicians throughout every shift — a genuinely supported clinical environment rather than an independent coverage model. Flexible shift-length options and a structured monthly hour commitment make this a strong fit for experienced emergency clinicians seeking schedule predictability without sacrificing clinical volume.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Highly competitive compensation — W2 employment at 120 hours per month</li> <li>Sign-on bonus provided</li> <li>Relocation assistance available</li> <li>Full benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement</li> <li>Professional liability insurance provided</li> <li>Flexible shift-length scheduling (8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts) to support work/life balance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>14-bed Emergency Department with an annual visit volume of approximately 22,000 patients</li> <li>Average patient load of 50–60 patients per provider per day — consistent, high-volume clinical exposure</li> <li>24/7 attending physician coverage on 12-hour shifts; APP coverage layer runs 12–15 hours per day</li> <li>Varied shift structure with some double-coverage periods for added team support during peak volume</li> <li>Full-time commitment of 120 hours per month with shift options of 8, 10, or 12 hours</li> <li>Community ED setting with strong physician collaboration and a stable, established group</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) — required</li> <li>Active Louisiana state license with prescriptive authority — required</li> <li>Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications — required</li> <li>Minimum 1–2 years of Emergency Medicine or acute care experience preferred</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume, acute-acuity emergency presentations independently and as part of a physician-led team</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Southwest Louisiana offers a distinctive Gulf Coast lifestyle defined by rich Cajun and Creole culture, affordable cost of living, and year-round mild weather. The region is home to vibrant local food and music traditions, easy access to coastal waterways and outdoor recreation, and a strong sense of community that draws clinicians looking for roots rather than a stopover. Major metropolitan amenities in Lake Charles and proximity to the broader Gulf Coast corridor round out a quality-of-life profile that is difficult to match at this compensation tier.</p>