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With over a century of commitment to excellence, Our Lady of the Lake, part of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System, provides unparalleled healthcare across Louisiana and Mississippi through our 10 hospitals. Together, we offer comprehensive care for patients of all ages, including a Level I Trauma Center at Our Lady of the Lake and a dedicated Children's Hospital in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. We are seeing growth in all of our specialties, and rheumatology is on the forefront of that growth and expansion. As of July 2023, the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System serves Louisiana and Mississippi with almost 1 million outpatient visits per year, 450,000 emergency department visits, and over 2 million physician office visits.

Are you seeking a rewarding opportunity to practice rheumatology in a dynamic environment? Join Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center and become part of our dedicated team of healthcare professionals. We are currently seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Rheumatologist to join our growing practice.

Opportunity Highlights:

• Enjoy a balanced full-time schedule, Monday through Thursday, with a half-day on Fridays.
• Practice in a convenient location in Baton Rouge attached to Our Lady of the Lake hospital.
• Enjoy manageable appointment lengths that prioritize quality patient care.
• Benefit from a supportive environment with a private office and a dedicated staff including three MDs and robust support staff.
• Relaxed call schedule and manageable patient ratio with ability to utilize telemedicine services.
• Optional resident supervision if interested.
• The clinic is a Joint Commission Clinic, following their guidelines.
• Infusions are conducted in the clinic setting, providing comprehensive care to patients with access to on-site pharmacy support.

Provider Benefits:

• Enjoy a full comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision), annual CME reimbursement, a matching 403B retirement plan, life insurance, and paid vacation time and holidays.
• FMOLHS supports all employees with physical, mental, and financial health options.
• Receive a highly competitive compensation package, including a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
• Practice in a Tort Reform state, offering a favorable legal environment for healthcare providers.

Fun Facts about FMOLHS and Our Lady of the Lake:

• The Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System began in Monroe at St. Francis with six Franciscan Sisters from France. Today, St. Francis celebrates its 115th anniversary.
• Our Lady of the Lake turned 100 years old in 2023 and serves more than five parishes in the Baton Rouge area with its network of clinics and emergency rooms.
• FMOLHS employs more than 17,000 team members and 1,400 providers.
• Our Lady of the Lake is the largest private hospital in Louisiana, boasting one of the three Level-1 trauma centers in the state and offering more than 800 inpatient beds.
• We are a physician-led, faith-based organization committed to serving everyone in our community.
• Louisiana is one of the top 10 states for physicians in 2024 (MASCMedical).