Rapides Regional Medical Center is searching for a shift-based physician assistant or nurse practitioner to join the trauma team.

Qualified Candidates:
- Ideal applicant will have trauma, surgical, and/or critical care experience
- Candidates comfortable with first assist in surgery are preferred; however, first assist experience is not required
- Provider will work primarily in the inpatient setting but may also assist in surgery
- Existing schedule is a 7-day rotation of 12-hour shifts with 7 days on and 7 days off
- Applicants may need to participate in outpatient clinic for trauma follow-up on an as needed basis

Incentive/Benefits Package:
- Unmatched potential for flexibility and career growth
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability
- Time away from work combines paid time off, disability coverage, and leaves of absence
- CME time and dues allowances
- 401k with company matching
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tuition reimbursement

About Rapides Regional Medical Center:
- Rapides Regional Medical Center is an award-winning hospital in Alexandria, Louisiana that provides a wide array of care to 13 parishes across Central Louisiana.
- A 380-bed hospital, includes Rapides Women's and Children's Hospital, featuring obstetrical/gynecological, pediatric and pediatric intensive care services; Rapides Cancer Center, offering a range of services for cancer patients; Rapides Heart Center, featuring comprehensive cardiac care from prevention to treatment to surgery; and the area's largest emergency department, offering the community the only Level II Trauma Center.
- Services range from the latest advances in cardiac care to minimally invasive neurosurgery, and our medical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties.
- With a continued emphasis on progressive care, Rapides Regional has grown to meet the continually changing needs of our patients and the rapidly advancing technology of modern healthcare.

Alexandria is located in the heart of Louisiana and is an attractive, family-oriented community.  The area is also referred to as a “Sportsman’s Paradise” with lakes, golf courses, biking trails, hunting, fishing and water sports. This diverse, welcoming community features excellent schools, universities, neighborhoods, museums, cultural events & festivals, among many others. For travelers, AEX airport provides the option for international travel through connections in Houston and Dallas in less than an hour. Enjoy a low cost of living, short commutes, and a strong sense of community, making Alexandria home and the start of your successful, thriving healthcare career.

Interested applicants should submit a CV and cover letter to: Christa Reynolds at Christa.Reynolds@HCAHealthcare.com. Candidates will be accepted until qualified candidates are identified. AA/EOE. This position does not qualify for Visa sponsorship