Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine Slidell, LA Why apply?Join a leading facility in Slidell, Louisiana, offering flexible scheduling from October through early January. Competitive hourly pay with comprehensive medical benefits and a robust referral program. Work in a high-acuity environment with dedicated support staff and modern resources.
Quick Facts- Location: 1001 Gause Boulevard, Slidell, LA 70460
- Start Date: 09/29/2026
- Shift: 7 am Friday 7 am Monday, 24-hour call with 8 hours of patient contact
- Duration: October 23-25, December 28 January 1, plus 1 weekend every other month
- Hours/week: Variable, based on schedule
- Employment Type: Contract / Locum
- Licenses/Certs: Valid state medical license, COI and PCF required for full-year privileges
- Experience: Prior ICU and pulmonary critically ill patient care preferred
Pay & Benefits- Hourly Pay: $1.00/hr (discussed upon application)
- Benefits:
- Competitive pay packages
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Medical benefits (W-2)
- Paid sick leave
- Travel, licensure, certification reimbursements
- Robust referral bonus program
- 24/7 dedicated support team
What You ll Do- Provide extensive pulmonary and critical care consultations for high-acuity hospitalized patients
- Manage ICU and step-down unit patients across a 162-bed hospital
- Support hospitalist teams with line placements, intubations, and emergency procedures
- Collaborate with backup services including vascular and general surgery, anesthesia, and interventional cardiology
- Participate in 24/7 in-house coverage alongside hospitalists (MD and APP)
- Handle approximately 18 consults daily, primarily related to pulmonary and critical care needs
- Maintain documentation and communication with multidisciplinary teams
What You NeedRequired: - Valid medical license in Louisiana
- Background check clearance (clean record)
- Experience in ICU, pulmonary, or critical care settings
- Ability to provide coverage during specified dates and weekends
Preferred: - Prior ICU or pulmonary critical care experience
- Local or drive-in candidates available to enhance flexibility
About the AssignmentThis role is based at a busy, high-capacity hospital in Slidell, with over 95% of patients admitted to hospital medicine services. The ICU features 30 beds, with an open model supported by 24/7 surgical, anesthesia, and interventional teams. Providers will have the opportunity to deliver top-tier pulmonary and critical care within a well-staffed, resource-rich environment.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply 
