Pregnancy & Birth Doula (Berkeley, CA)

Loula

Berkeley

Career-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for experienced doulas who value independence and insurance-based practice building in California.

Best fit for

Experienced doulas who want to focus on client care without administrative burden
— “By taking on the operational complexity, Loula empowers doulas to focus on what matters most”
Candidates with a background in Medicaid and insurance credentialing
— “Free, hassle-free credentialing: We get you credentialed with major Medicaid and commercial insurance plans”
Individuals who prefer a non-exclusive, flexible partnership model
— “You're an independent contractor in a non-exclusive network, so keep your own clients”

Things to consider

No remote work flexibility since the role is location-specific to California
— “Please note that if you are not located in California and/or do not meet the minimum qualifications”
No minimum client or visit requirements, but income depends on billable hours
— “How much can I make? Up to $134/hour of billable time”

How to stand out

Highlight your experience with insured clients and practice-building goals in your application
— “Client referrals, not cold outreach: Get referrals to insured clients”
Emphasize your ability to work independently and manage your own practice
— “Build your own practice, your way: You're an independent contractor”
Showcase your familiarity with insurance workflows and billing processes
— “Admin? Handled: We manage insurance verification, billing, and payment”

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

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

What success looks like

up to $134/hour of billable time

Typical background

experienced birth doula

Skills & requirements

Required

Birth Doula TrainingAdult And Infant CPR TrainingHipaa TrainingLiability Insurance

Preferred

5 Years Of Experience As A Doula

Stack & domain

Healthcare

About the role

Original posting from Loula via Ashby

Loula is seeking experienced birth 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 https://joinloula.com 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 birthing person deserves access to high-quality doula 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 one of the following:
Completed 16 hours of birth doula training AND attended 3 births as a doula, OR
5 years of experience as a doula, with 3 letters of recommendation
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)