Internist Job at Oak Street Health in Louisiana

Become a Pillar of Health in the Heart of Louisiana

Are you a primary care physician passionate about forging strong community ties and delivering compassionate care? In Baton Rouge, Louisiana, you have the chance to build a distinguished career in a value-based primary care setting, dedicated to serving our vital Medicare and underserved populations. This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to be a cornerstone of a community that will embrace your expertise and value your commitment to their well-being.

Why is this a compelling opportunity for a dedicated physician?

• Practice Medicine with a Southern Soul: Shift from fee-for-service to a value-based model that allows you to cultivate patient relationships and focus on keeping your community healthy through preventative medicine.

• Serve a Grateful Community: Care for an appreciative Medicare population and become a trusted advocate for their long-term health in the vibrant capital of Louisiana.

• Make an Immediate Impact: Your skills are urgently needed, giving you the chance to profoundly improve community health while enjoying the unique culture of Baton Rouge—from the excitement of SEC football to a world-class culinary scene and the unmistakable rhythm of the bayou.

If you are a physician who thrives on building connections and is looking for a role where your work is deeply integrated into the fabric of the community, we invite you to explore this opportunity to build a meaningful career in Baton Rouge. Join us in making a difference where it matters most.

Title: Primary Care Physician

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Role Description:

The purpose of a Primary Care Physician at Oak Street Health is to provide equitable and effective value-based healthcare to local Medicare patient populations at our innovative network of neighborhood primary care centers. Our Primary Care Physicians operate at a single medical center supported by large care teams so our providers can focus on delivering a better quality of care, rather than a volume of services. Our value-based care model and competitive bonuses are structured to reward outcomes, drive low hospital admissions, deliver preventive medicine, and result in an unmatched patient experience.

We’re looking for physicians who are intrinsically motivated to provide this kind of excellent care to older adults. New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Highly qualified candidates may also be considered for a Center Medical Director position.

Responsibilities:

• Assess and diagnose patients at our local clinics

• Oversee, direct, and administer primary care

• Prescribe and administer pharmaceutical treatments and medication

• Maintain Patient Electronic Medical Record data via canopy and greenway

• Collaborate with regional and central leadership to meet health quality goals

• Work with Practice Managers to direct and manage the center care team

• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) Graduate

• Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Board Certification (Or board eligible)

• Active, non-probationary, unrestricted State License

• Active DEA license

• US work authorization

• Someone who embodies being “Oaky”

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fellowship training in Geriatrics

• Experience practicing medicine among Geriatric populations

• Experience operating in a Value-Based Healthcare Model

• Experience working in a collaborative setting to ensure positive health outcomes

• Experience in outpatient primary care settings

• Bilingual proficiency where applicable

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary

• Quarterly bonus based on quality metrics

• Paid vacation, sick time, and investment/​retirement 401K match options

• Provided Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance

• $5000 Continuing Medical Education stipend

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Provided Medical Malpractice Insurance

• Dedicated Medical Scribe and Medical Assistant

• Relocation package on a case-by-case basis

What does being “Oaky” look like?

• Radiating positive energy

• Assuming good intentions

• Creating an unmatched patient experience

• Driving clinical excellence

• Taking ownership and delivering results

• Being relentlessly determined

Why Oak Street Health?

Oak Street Health is on a mission to “Rebuild healthcare as it should be'', providing personalized primary care for older adults on Medicare, with the goal of keeping patients healthy and living life to the fullest. Our innovative care model is centered right in our patient’s communities and focused on the quality of care over the volume of services. We’re an organization on the move! With over 180 locations and an ambitious growth trajectory, Oak Street Health is attracting and cultivating team members who embody “Oaky” values and passion for our mission.

Oak Street Health Benefits:

• Mission-focused career impacting change and measurably improving health outcomes for Medicare patients

• Paid vacation, sick time, and investment/retirement 401K match options

• Health insurance, vision, and dental benefits

• Opportunities for leadership development and continuing education stipends

• New centers and flexible work environments

• Opportunities for high levels of responsibility and rapid advancement