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**Geriatric Psychiatry Opening in Louisiana**
Located in Lake Charles, Louisiana
A geriatric psychiatry opening is available in Lake Charles, Louisiana with a stable, high-performing health system offering a balanced inpatient and outpatient practice. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established program with strong referral support and competitive compensation.
**About the Position**
-Full-time employed position
-Combined inpatient and outpatient practice
-Monday–Friday schedule
-IOP component (up to 20 hours per week)
-Manage geriatric psychiatric patient population
**Practice Highlights**
-31-bed unit (currently 21 staffed beds)
-Outpatient volume of 7–10 patients per half-day session
-Rounding responsibilities at 5 nursing homes
-Shared weekday and weekend call rotation
-Strong referral base from 50 employed primary care providers
-Established, collaborative team environment
**Technology and Efficiency**
-EPIC EMR system
**Qualifications**
-Board Certified or Board Eligible in Geriatric Psychiatry
-Eligible for medical licensure in Louisiana
**Compensation and Benefits**
-Earning potential up to the 90th percentile of MGMA
-Work RVU production incentives
-Sign-on bonus
-Relocation assistance
-Student loan forgiveness and educational loan assistance
-Paid malpractice coverage
-Comprehensive benefits package
-Generous PTO with 8 paid holidays and additional CME days
**Practice Environment**
-Direct employment with a stable regional health system
-High-performing, established program
-Supportive leadership and strong community alignment
**About Lake Charles**
Lake Charles offers a unique blend of small-town charm and modern amenities in Southwest Louisiana.
-Conveniently located between Houston and New Orleans
-Family-friendly community with strong local culture
-Known for award-winning cuisine and vibrant festivals
-Outdoor recreation including hunting, fishing, and water activities
-Affordable cost of living with a high quality of life
-Ideal balance of lifestyle, accessibility, and opportunity
Located in Lake Charles, Louisiana
A geriatric psychiatry opening is available in Lake Charles, Louisiana with a stable, high-performing health system offering a balanced inpatient and outpatient practice. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established program with strong referral support and competitive compensation.
**About the Position**
-Full-time employed position
-Combined inpatient and outpatient practice
-Monday–Friday schedule
-IOP component (up to 20 hours per week)
-Manage geriatric psychiatric patient population
**Practice Highlights**
-31-bed unit (currently 21 staffed beds)
-Outpatient volume of 7–10 patients per half-day session
-Rounding responsibilities at 5 nursing homes
-Shared weekday and weekend call rotation
-Strong referral base from 50 employed primary care providers
-Established, collaborative team environment
**Technology and Efficiency**
-EPIC EMR system
**Qualifications**
-Board Certified or Board Eligible in Geriatric Psychiatry
-Eligible for medical licensure in Louisiana
**Compensation and Benefits**
-Earning potential up to the 90th percentile of MGMA
-Work RVU production incentives
-Sign-on bonus
-Relocation assistance
-Student loan forgiveness and educational loan assistance
-Paid malpractice coverage
-Comprehensive benefits package
-Generous PTO with 8 paid holidays and additional CME days
**Practice Environment**
-Direct employment with a stable regional health system
-High-performing, established program
-Supportive leadership and strong community alignment
**About Lake Charles**
Lake Charles offers a unique blend of small-town charm and modern amenities in Southwest Louisiana.
-Conveniently located between Houston and New Orleans
-Family-friendly community with strong local culture
-Known for award-winning cuisine and vibrant festivals
-Outdoor recreation including hunting, fishing, and water activities
-Affordable cost of living with a high quality of life
-Ideal balance of lifestyle, accessibility, and opportunity