Postpartum Doula (California)

Loula
California

Who this role is best for

Experienced postpartum doulas with a strong community focus and administrative support needs will find this mid-level, California-based role aligns with their practice goals and operational preferences.

Best fit for

  • Experienced postpartum doulas seeking to build their practice with insurance support and minimal administrative burden
    โ€” โ€œLoula offers full-service support for Medicaid enrollment, credentialing, insurance verification, medical billing, and payment to doulas in California.โ€
  • Candidates with a background in client referrals and a preference for working independently within a network
    โ€” โ€œClient referrals, not cold outreach: Get referrals to insured clients through our client referral/doula matching program.โ€

Things to consider

  • Geographic restriction is in place โ€” only California-based candidates are eligible for consideration.
    โ€” โ€œPlease 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 meetingโ€
  • Candidates must meet specific credentialing requirements, which may require prior preparation or additional training.
    โ€” โ€œYou'll need: 5 years of experience as a doula, with 3 letters of recommendation OR 16 hours of birth/full-spectrum doula training and attendance at 3 births as a doulaโ€

How to stand out

  • Emphasize your independent practice management skills and flexibility in workload.
    โ€” โ€œNo minimums, no pressure: There are no client minimums or visit requirements. You decide how much or how little to take on.โ€
  • Showcase your administrative support capabilities, such as billing or insurance verification, if relevant.
    โ€” โ€œWe manage insurance verification, billing, and payment so you can spend your time with clients, not paperwork.โ€
Pace ยท SteadyCollaboration ยท LowAutonomy ยท HighDecision Impact ยท IndividualLevel ยท Mid Level

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What success looks like

  • high-quality postpartum support
  • client satisfaction
Typical background
doula carepostpartum support

Skills & requirements

Required

Postpartum DoulaCPR TrainingHipaa TrainingLiability InsuranceClient Care

Preferred

Birth/full-spectrum Doula Training

Stack & domain

Postpartum DoulaBirth/full-spectrum DoulaBirth/full-spectrum Doula TrainingAttendance At BirthsAdult And Infant CPR TrainingHipaa TrainingLiability InsuranceLetters Of RecommendationMedicaid EnrollmentCredentialingInsurance VerificationMedical BillingPaymentClient Referral/doula Matching ProgramBuilding A PracticeNon-exclusive NetworkKeeping ClientsPracticing Alongside LoulaNo MinimumsNo Visit RequirementsAdmin ManagementBillingShared ResourcesCommunityOngoing SupportHigh-quality Postpartum SupportAccess To CareBuilding A Thriving PracticeFocusing On CareDelivering Exceptional CarePartnering With LoulaMaking It Possible For Insured Families To Access CareNo Marketing SpendSpending Time With ClientsNot PaperworkNot AloneCPR Training

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!

โœจ 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.

๐Ÿ’ฐ 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.

๐Ÿ›  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

๐Ÿ“ 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)

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