Obstetrician Jobs in Louisiana

An Obstetrician is a medical professional, who plays a crucial role in the healthcare industry. They specialize in pregnancy, childbirth, and women's reproductive systems. Their job responsibilities include providing prenatal care, delivering babies, and offering postpartum care. These medical experts also handle pregnancy and childbirth complications like ectopic pregnancies, fetal distress, and high blood pressure disorders. Obstetricians also perform cesarean sections or other surgical procedures as needed during childbirth. Besides, they conduct routine checkups and provide health education regarding pregnancy, childbirth, and postnatal care.

To become an Obstetrician, one needs to possess a range of important skills and certifications. They should have excellent manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and physical stamina as they often perform surgeries and procedures. Good interpersonal and communication skills are important as they interact with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals. They must be board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology or other recognized boards. Prior to becoming an Obstetrician, a person may have roles such as a Medical Intern, Medical Resident in Obstetrics and Gynecology, or even a Gynecologist.

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OB/GYN Hospitalist Opportunities in Louisiana

  • Ob Hospitalist Group
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 2 days ago

Ridder Openings: 24hr shifts Full-time: 5-7 shifts per month Part-time: 2-4 shifts per month PRN: No shift commitment (back-up) Locums This opportunity involves working collaboratively with local obstetricians...

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Physician: Obstetrics / Gynecology - Laborist

  • (Employer Name Not Available)
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 6 days ago

/ Gynecology - Laborist; No salary specified Compensation and Benefits Help for Compensation and Benefits....

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OBGYN Residency Program Director in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

  • Curative Talent
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 6 days ago

This OB/GYN Program Director position blends academic oversight with meaningful clinical practice in a high-volume women's health setting....

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Assistant Professor - Clinical - OB/GYN

  • Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Shreveport
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 10 days ago

Must be board-certified or board-eligible with the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology....

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1099 Telemedicine Gynecologist Flexible Schedule

  • Allara Health
  • LA
  • 17 days ago
  • LA
  • 17 days ago

Allara is a comprehensive women's health provider that specializes in expert, longitudinal care that supports women through every life stage....

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Physician - OB/GYN physician - Womens Wellness & Menopause Center

  • Ochsner Health
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 20 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 20 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

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Assistant Professor/ Associate Professor / Professor - Clinical, Obstetrics And Gynecology

  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 20 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 20 days ago

AND GYNECOLOGY Employee Type: Faculty Department: Obstetrics and Gynecology Campus Location: OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY Job Summary/Basic Functions The LSU Health Sciences Center Department of Obstetrics...

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Physician - OBGYN

  • Ochsner Clinic Foundation
  • Slidell, LA
  • 27 days ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 27 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

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Physician - OB/GYN

  • Ochsner Health System
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 30+ days ago

health and reproductive patient care Doctor of Osteopathy Cleaning Medical License Prescribing medications Healthcare diagnosis Hazardous materials transportation Hospital compliance Patient charting...

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Physician - Ob/gyn

  • CHRISTUS Health
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago

medicine, and womens health subspecialists EPIC electronic medical record system Qualifications MD or DO degree required Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics & Gynecology Eligible for Louisiana...

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Physician OBGYN

  • Iberia Medical Center
  • New Iberia, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • New Iberia, LA
  • 60+ days ago

Iberia Medical Center in New Iberia, LA is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible OB/GYN to join our physician practice in New Iberia, LA. Successful candidates must possess a Louisiana Medical...

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Physician-OB/GYN

  • Ochsner Clinic Foundation
  • Jennings, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Jennings, LA
  • 90+ days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

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Physician - OBGYN - Full Time Academic

  • Ochsner Clinic Foundation
  • Monroe, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Monroe, LA
  • 90+ days ago

This position is for an Assistant or Associate Professor of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology. J1 visa accepted....

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Physician - Maternal-Fetal Medicine (Perinatologist) - Full Time Academic

  • Ochsner Clinic Foundation
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 90+ days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

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OB/GYN Assessment Center Physician

  • Woman's Hospital Foundation
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 90+ days ago

You will also work in collaboration and coordination with board-certified emergency medicine and family practice physicians trained in emergency care for non-obstetric patients....

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Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Obstetrician Jobs in Louisiana

This is the average annual salary for Obstetrician jobs in Louisiana as reported by the BLS.

$343,330

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Obstetrician positions.

Highest Education Level

Obstetricians in Louisiana offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
42.5%
Bachelor's Degree
18.3%
Master's Degree
17.4%
High School or GED
7.4%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.4%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Obstetricians in Louisiana
4-6 years
38.3%
10+ years
23.4%
None
21.0%
8-10 years
7.7%
2-4 years
6.7%
6-8 years
3.0%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Obstetrician position

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