Postpartum Doula (Fontana, CA)

Loula

Fontana, US

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level postpartum doulas who deliver exceptional care. Best suited for those in California seeking non-exclusive, independent contractor roles with insurance support.

Best fit for

Mid-level doulas with 5+ years of experience or equivalent training credentials
— “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 doula”
Candidates already credentialed with California insurance plans or willing to pursue it
— “Free, hassle-free credentialing: We get you credentialed with major Medicaid and commercial insurance plans in California”
Individuals prioritizing client care over administrative responsibilities
— “Admin? Handled: We manage insurance verification, billing, and payment so you can spend your time with clients, not paperwork”

Things to consider

Location is strictly limited to California due to insurance and credentialing constraints
— “Please note that if you are not located in California and/or do not meet the minimum qualifications”
Independent contractor model requires self-directed practice management and client acquisition
— “Build your own practice, your way: You're an independent contractor in a non-exclusive network”

How to stand out

Highlight specific insurance plan experience in your application materials
— “We partner with both Medicaid and commercial health insurance plans”
Quantify years of experience or training hours in your resume's professional summary
— “5 years of experience as a doula, with 3 letters of recommendation OR 16 hours of birth/full-spectrum doula training”
Demonstrate readiness to discuss practice goals during the screening call
— “we'll get to know you, your experience, and your practice goals”
Emphasize existing CPR and HIPAA certifications in your application form
— “You'll also need: Adult and infant CPR training, HIPAA training, Liability insurance”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · IndividualLevel · Mid Level

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

What success looks like

providing exceptional postpartum support
building a thriving practice

Typical background

experience as a doulatraining in birth or full-spectrum doula care

Skills & requirements

Required

Postpartum CareDoula ServicesCpr TrainingHipaa ComplianceLiability Insurance

Preferred

Birth Doula TrainingInfant Care

Stack & domain

Healthcare

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)