Primary Care Physician (MD/DO)
Location: Gretna, LA
Job Type: Full-Time
Company: Optigy
Salary: Salary $270k + Incentive Bonus
Category: Geriatrics
Job Description Apply Now
Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) About the OpportunityWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) for a full-time position in New Orleans, LA. As a mission-driven, physician-led primary care organization, we are committed to transforming healthcare delivery for seniors in our community. Our focus is on providing comprehensive, value-based care to an underserved population, ensuring every patient receives affordable and high-quality health services. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a supportive and innovative environment, this Primary Care Physician opportunity in New Orleans, LA, may be the perfect fit for you.
Key Responsibilities- Provide compassionate, comprehensive primary care services to a panel of senior patients with multiple chronic conditions in an outpatient clinic setting.
- Manage a patient panel of up to 450 individuals, averaging 18 patients per day to ensure personalized, high-quality care.
- Work collaboratively with a dedicated care team, including a medical assistant, scheduler, and referral specialist, to coordinate patient care and optimize health outcomes.
- Utilize value-based care models to improve patient health and deliver measurable results.
- Participate in administrative duties as scheduled, ensuring efficient practice operations and continuity of care.
- Engage in regular communication with in-house consulting specialists, such as cardiologists and podiatrists, to deliver holistic and coordinated patient care.
- Promote wellness through holistic health services offered at the clinic, such as acupuncture, Tai Chi, yoga, and nutrition counseling.
- Adhere to a Monday through Friday schedule, with clinic hours from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and no required nights or weekends, supporting work/life balance.
- Support the organization's mission to honor seniors with VIP care and help deliver better health outcomes to the community in New Orleans, LA.
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of a residency program in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Geriatric Medicine.
- Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Family Medicine (FM), Internal Medicine (IM), or Geriatric Medicine.
- Strong commitment to value-based, patient-centered care for seniors.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Dedication to professional growth and providing high-quality healthcare.
- Competitive base salary with additional incentive bonuses and opportunities for partnership within 12-18 months.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and supplemental plans for providers and their families.
- 401(k) plan with a 5.5% employer match.
- Generous paid time off (33 days PTO) and annual CME allowance.
- Supportive practice environment with administrative time built into the schedule.
- Access to in-house consulting specialists and holistic health services.
- Door-to-door transportation provided for patients who need it, at no charge.
New Orleans, LA, offers a vibrant cultural scene, unique cuisine, and a welcoming community, making it a great place to live and work for healthcare professionals seeking both career growth and quality of life.
Equal Opportunity Employer StatementWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.