Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine

Join a busy, 162-bed hospital with 30 ICU beds and 24 step-down units, serving a diverse patient population with high admission rates. You will work alongside well-established services including vascular surgery, anesthesia, and interventional cardiology, ensuring robust support during your shifts.

Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine | Slidell, LA

Join a leading facility in Slidell, LA, offering a dynamic critical care and pulmonary medicine opportunity with flexible scheduling and comprehensive benefits. Immediate start available for October and December shifts. Enjoy steady hours, excellent pay packages, and a collaborative healthcare environment.

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Quick Facts

• Location: Slidell, Louisiana (1001 Gause Boulevard)
• Start Date: 09/29/2026
• Shift: 7 am Friday to 7 am Monday (24-hour call with 8 hours of patient contact)
• End Date/Duration: Ongoing with available coverage for October 23-25 and December 28-January 1
• Hours/Week: Variable based on schedule
• Employment Type: Contract
• License/Certifications: Medical license required; background check & licensure credentials needed
• Experience: Prior experience in pulmonary and critical care preferred

Pay & Benefits

• Pay Rate: $1.00/hour (rate to be discussed upon application)
• Benefits:
  • Competitive pay packages
  • Weekly pay via direct deposit
  • Medical benefits (W-2)
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • Paid sick time per applicable laws
  • Licensure, travel, and other reimbursements
  • 24/7 dedicated support team

What You’ll Do

• Provide comprehensive pulmonary and critical care in a high-acuity hospital setting
• Manage ICU patients on an open model, including ventilations, lines, and intubations
• Participate in consults, patient rounding, and care planning for hospital medicine patients
• Collaborate with hospitalists, surgeons, anesthesia, and other specialists
• Cover 24/7 shifts, including weekends, with on-call responsibilities
• Ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes in a capacity-packed hospital environment
• Adhere to hospital policies and maintain privileged status

What You Need

• Valid medical license with active privileges
• At least 2 years of experience in pulmonary and/or critical care
• Competence in line placement, intubation, and ventilator management
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Preferred: local or drive-in candidates with clean background

About the Assignment
Join a busy, 162-bed hospital with 30 ICU beds and 24 step-down units, serving a diverse patient population with high admission rates. You will work alongside well-established services including vascular surgery, anesthesia, and interventional cardiology, ensuring robust support during your shifts. The hospital operates with a multidisciplinary approach, providing high-quality care in a fast-paced environment. No APPs are involved; providers will need temporary privileges. This is an excellent opportunity for physicians seeking impactful critical care work in a community-focused hospital setting.

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