Physician Recruitment Process and Compensation Overview
Compensation Structure
Ochsner Health System offers a competitive compensation package built around a two-year salary guarantee followed by a production-based model.
- Base Salary Guarantee: $600,000 annually for the first two years, providing income stability while you build your practice and referral base
- Production Model: RVU-based compensation at $56–$60 per RVU after the guarantee period, with value-based incentives comprising 5–10% of total compensation
- Historical Productivity Reference: Previous physicians at Baptist Hospital achieved 8,000–9,500 RVUs annually
Benefits Package
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Malpractice insurance coverage
- 401(k) with employer contributions
- Continuing medical education allowance covering conference attendance, licensing fees, professional dues, and board certification costs
- Paid time off
Additional Compensation
- Signing Bonus: Included as part of the initial package
- Relocation Assistance: Support for moving and transition expenses
Contract Notes
Non-compete terms and contract details may vary based on candidate background and relocation distance. Local candidates and physicians relocating from outside the market may receive different terms.