Hospital Medicine – Nocturnist Physician

CHRISTUS Health

Lake Charles, TX

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Lake Charles, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago
Description

Job Description

  • 200 bed hospital
  • ED and ICU run codes, but hospitalists respond and take over based
    on comfort level
  • Hospitalists respond to RRT on their patients
  • Average Daily Census: 85
  • Average Overnight Admits: 7-8
  • No Procedures Required
  • Open 18-bed ICU - Admit for all ICU patients
    • Intensivists available 24/7
    • HM primary on all ICU patients
    • All specialties available except hepatology
    • EMR: Epic
    • Staffing Model:
      • Day: 5 Physicians (7a-7p)
      • Night: 1 Physician (7p-7a) + 1 NPPA

    Facility Information

    CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a prominent healthcare institution renowned for its commitment to providing high-quality medical services to the community. As a collaboration between CHRISTUS Health and Ochsner Health, it brings together the expertise of two respected healthcare systems. The hospital offers a comprehensive range of medical services, including emergency care, surgical procedures, cardiology, and specialized treatment options. With a dedicated team of healthcare professionals and state-of-the-art facilities, CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital upholds a patient-centered approach to healthcare, ensuring the well-being of its patients and playing a vital role in promoting health and wellness in the Lake Charles area.

    Community Information

    Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a dynamic and culturally rich city located in the southwestern part of the state. Nestled along the banks of Lake Charles and the Calcasieu River, the city offers a picturesque blend of natural beauty and urban amenities. Known for its vibrant cultural scene, Lake Charles boasts numerous museums, galleries, and theaters that celebrate the region's history and artistic heritage. The city also hosts lively festivals and events, with a particular emphasis on Cajun and Creole music and cuisine. Its proximity to the Gulf of Mexico makes it a hub for outdoor activities, including boating, fishing, and exploring the lush wetlands. Lake Charles is a welcoming community with a strong sense of Southern hospitality, making it an inviting destination for both residents and visitors.

    About the Company

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    CHRISTUS Health

    In 1999, two historic Catholic charities became one, forming CHRISTUS Health and creating a unique purpose in the modern health care market - to take better care of people.

    To extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ, the mission that the Sisters of Charity Health Care system and Incarnate Word Health system shared for more than a century, is now also the mission of CHRISTUS Health.

    Ranked among the top 10 Catholic health systems in the United States by size, the CHRISTUS Health system includes more than 40 hospitals and facilities in seven U.S. states, Chile and six states in Mexico, with assets of more than $4.6 billion.

    Whether seeking care in Alexandria Louisiana, or Coahuila, Mexico, patients discover that the healing spirit is alive at CHRISTUS Health.

    COMPANY SIZE
    10,000 employees or more
    INDUSTRY
    Healthcare Services
    FOUNDED
    1999
    WEBSITE
    http://www.christushealth.org/