Medical Director, Nephrology Transplant

Ochsner Health • New Orleans, LA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! Ochsner Health is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Transplant Nephrologist to serve as Medical Director of Kidney Transplantation. This is a unique opportunity for a physician leader to step into a high-performing, nationally recognized program and help shape its next phase of growth, innovation, and clinical excellence. The Ochsner Transplant Institute is the largest and most comprehensive transplant program in the Gulf South, and its kidney transplant program has built a strong national reputation for quality, collaboration, and forward-thinking care delivery. As a leader in robotic transplantation, including both donor nephrectomy and kidney transplantation, the program continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in transplant surgery. With a solid foundation, growing volume, and strong institutional support, the program is well-positioned for continued expansion in both scale and complexity. The Medical Director will lead and oversee a team of four transplant nephrologists while working in close partnership with a highly experienced surgical team of ten transplant surgeons. Supported by a dedicated advanced practice provider team and a 24/7 inpatient coverage model, the program offers a strong and collaborative infrastructure. The strength of the team and organization creates a unique environment where the next leader can focus not only on maintaining excellence, but on identifying and pursuing meaningful opportunities for growth. This includes expanding clinical volume, enhancing access, advancing innovation in care delivery, and continuing to elevate outcomes and patient experience. This role is designed for a physician who is ready to broaden their leadership impact. The Medical Director will partner closely with surgical leadership and system stakeholders to drive strategic direction, support program development, and mentor the next generation of transplant providers. There is significant opportunity to shape team structure, optimize operations, and build upon an already strong regional and national presence. Ochsner Health is the largest non-profit, academic, multi-specialty healthcare system in Louisiana, with a mission to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. The system offers the scale, resources, and stability to support programmatic growth, along with a strong academic environment and ongoing clinical research activity. New Orleans offers a vibrant and culturally rich environment with a unique blend of history, community, and energy. For physicians seeking both professional growth and a dynamic place to live, it provides an exceptional balance. Ochsner Health is also advancing its academic mission with the planned opening of a new medical school, creating future opportunities for academic appointments, teaching, and mentorship. New Orleans offers a vibrant and culturally rich environment with a unique blend of history, community, and energy. For physicians seeking both professional growth and a dynamic place to live, it provides an exceptional balance. Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today! Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website. Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C. Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or [email protected]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Ochsner Health is the leading not-for-profit healthcare provider in the Gulf South, delivering expert care at its 46 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers. For 12 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has recognized Ochsner as the No. 1 hospital in Louisiana. Additionally, Ochsner Children’s has been recognized as the No. 1 hospital for kids in Louisiana for three consecutive years. Ochsner inspires healthier lives and stronger communities through a combination of standard-setting expertise, quality and connection not found anywhere else in the region. In 2023, Ochsner Health cared for more than 1.5 million people from every state in the nation and 65 countries. Ochsner’s workforce includes more than 38,000 dedicated team members and over 4,700 employed and affiliated physicians. To learn more about how Ochsner empowers people to get well and stay well, visit https://www.ochsner.org/. Ochsner Health is proud to be an Employer of Choice. Ranked one of Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity of 2024 Becker's Healthcare listed Ochsner Health as 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare Awarded Culture Awards for Purpose and Values and Healthcare Industry by Top Workplace Ranked as a 2023 Top Workplace in the USA! The Top Workplaces USA award is based entirely on feedback from an employee engagement survey completed by the employees of participating workplaces. Awarded Top Work Places 2023 for six consecutive years by The Times-Picayune Earned 2022-2023 Great Place to Work Certification™ Ochsner Health named to Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Parents and Families 2023 Opportunities listed here represent open positions at Ochsner Health and Ochsner Health managed entities.

Requirements

• Board-certified or board-eligible Transplant Nephrologist

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee a team of four transplant nephrologists
• Partner closely with surgical leadership and system stakeholders to drive strategic direction
• Support program development
• Mentor the next generation of transplant providers
• Shape team structure
• Optimize operations
• Build upon an already strong regional and national presence

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees