Postpartum Doula (Bakersfield, CA)

Loula

Bakersfield

On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward independent postpartum doulas comfortable with insurance-related administrative work in California.

Best fit for

Experienced postpartum doulas seeking to build a practice with insurance-based client referrals
— “Client referrals, not cold outreach: Get referrals to insured clients through our client referral/doula matching program.”
Candidates who value operational support and prefer to focus on client care over administrative tasks
— “We manage insurance verification, billing, and payment so you can spend your time with clients, not paperwork.”
Doulas who are independent contractors and want to maintain autonomy over their practice
— “You're an independent contractor in a non-exclusive network, so keep your own clients and practice alongside your work with Loula.”

Things to consider

Candidates must be located in California and meet specific experience or training requirements
— “Please note that if you are not located in California and/or do not meet the minimum qualifications listed above, we will be unable to move forward with an introductory meeting”
The role requires prior experience or training in birth or full-spectrum doula work
— “If you've trained as a birth/full-spectrum doula, 16 hours of birth/full-spectrum doula training and attendance at 3 births as a doula”

How to stand out

Emphasize your ability to work independently and build a practice with minimal administrative overhead
— “Build your own practice, your way: You're an independent contractor in a non-exclusive network, so keep your own clients and practice alongside your work with Loula.”
Showcase your CPR, HIPAA, and liability insurance credentials prominently in your resume
— “You'll need: Adult and infant CPR training, HIPAA training, Liability insurance”
Demonstrate your capacity to work with a variety of insurance payers and adjust rates accordingly
— “How much can I make? Up to $134/hour of billable time, with rates varying by payer and plan.”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · IndividualLevel · Senior

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

providing high-quality postpartum support
partnering with Loula

Typical background

doula experiencehealthcare background

Skills & requirements

Required

Postpartum Doula ExperienceAdult And Infant CPR TrainingHipaa TrainingLiability Insurance

Preferred

Birth/full-spectrum Doula Training

Stack & domain

Postpartum DoulaBirth/full-spectrum DoulaCPR TrainingHipaa TrainingLiability InsuranceEmpathyActive ListeningCustomer CareHealthcareDoula Care

About the role

Original posting from Loula via Ashby

Loula is seeking experienced postpartum doulas to join our growing network of independent doula providers! You must complete this interest form https://joinloula.typeform.com/to/QEayjcDP to move forward in our process! We're excited to hear from you!
✨ ABOUT LOULA
With a network of over 500 experienced and diverse doulas, Loula is building the leading provider network for birth and postpartum doula care. We partner with both Medicaid and commercial health insurance plans to make it easier for doulas to accept health insurance without the administrative burden.
Loula offers full-service support for Medicaid enrollment, credentialing, insurance verification, medical billing, and payment to doulas in California. By taking on the operational complexity, Loula empowers doulas to focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional care.
We believe every family deserves access to high-quality postpartum support, not just those who can afford to pay out of pocket. Our mission is to help doulas build thriving practices while making it possible for insured families to access the care they deserve.
💰 WHY PARTNER WITH LOULA?
We partner with our doulas every step of the way:
How much can I make? Up to $134/hour of billable time, with rates varying by payer and plan.
Direct deposits twice a month. Don't worry about denied claims! We pay you regardless of claim outcomes, so you're never left waiting on payers to get paid.
Free, hassle-free credentialing: We get you credentialed with major Medicaid and commercial insurance plans in California, at no cost to you.
Client referrals, not cold outreach: Get referrals to insured clients through our client referral/doula matching program. Let our Care Navigator introduce you to amazing clients, no marketing spend required on your end.
Build your own practice, your way: You're an independent contractor in a non-exclusive network, so keep your own clients and practice alongside your work with Loula.
No minimums, no pressure: There are no client minimums or visit requirements. You decide how much or how little to take on.
Admin? Handled: We manage insurance verification, billing, and payment so you can spend your time with clients, not paperwork.
You're not alone: Join a network of experienced doulas with access to shared resources, community, and ongoing support.
🛠 Minimum Qualifications
You'll need:
5 years of experience as a doula, with 3 letters of recommendation OR
If you've trained as a birth/full-spectrum doula, 16 hours of birth/full-spectrum doula training and attendance at 3 births as a doulaa
You'll also need:
Adult and infant CPR training
HIPAA training
Liability insurance
If you don't yet have CPR training, HIPAA training, liability insurance, or the letters of recommendation, you can still reach out! We can support you in getting set up with these requirements.
Please note that if you are not located in California and/or do not meet the minimum qualifications listed above, we will be unable to move forward with an introductory meeting
📝 APPLICATION PROCESS
How can I learn more about partnering with Loula?
Click this link https://joinloula.typeform.com/to/QEayjcDP to submit an interest form and start the process
You'll be prompted to complete a few basic screening questions
If you meet the minimum qualifications, you'll be invited to schedule a call with our team
During this conversation, we'll get to know you, your experience, and your practice goals, and share more about how Loula works. This is meant to assess whether a partnership is a strong mutual fit.
Loula is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.

Source: Loula careers (Ashby)