Physician - Liver Transplant Anesthesiologist

Ochsner Health•New Orleans, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Anesthesiology at the Ochsner Health System in New Orleans is seeking a board eligible/board certified anesthesiologist to join the Division of Abdominal Transplant Anesthesia. Ochsner is a high-volume program among U.S. medical centers focused on achieving excellent clinical outcomes. We routinely perform liver transplants including liver-kidney, pediatric, split liver, and living donor, as well as kidney and kidney-pancreas transplants. The Department of Anesthesiology includes 80 anesthesiologists, 120 CRNAs, and over 45 house staff, with an annual case volume of more than 52,000. All faculty actively participate in teaching and clinical care; many take advantage of opportunities in clinical investigation and professional service. We emphasize mentorship and professional development which are a priority at Ochsner. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. We also enjoy the advantage of practicing in a favorable malpractice environment in Louisiana. Ochsner Health System is Louisiana’s largest non-profit, academic, healthcare system. Driven by a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate, coordinated clinical and hospital patient care is provided across the region by Ochsner's 30 owned, managed and affiliated hospitals and more than 80 health centers and urgent care centers. Ochsner is the only Louisiana hospital recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a “Best Hospital” across three specialty categories caring for patients from all 50 states and more than 60 countries worldwide each year. Ochsner employs more than 19,000 employees and over 1,200 physicians in over 90 medical specialties and subspecialties and conducts more than 700 clinical research studies.

Requirements

Previous experience performing liver, kidney, and pancreas transplants (could include during residency or fellowship) is required.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as a commitment to teaching and education, are prerequisites.

Nice To Haves

Candidates certified in intraoperative TEE (or pursuing certification) are also preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide and coordinate patient care by abiding by Ochsner’s core values of Patients First, Integrity, Compassion, Inclusivity, Teamwork and Excellence and The Responsibilities of the Professional Staff.