Physician - Oculoplastic Surgeon

Ochsner Health • New Orleans, LA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Ochsner Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible ophthalmologist with ASOPRS fellowship training in oculoplastic, reconstructive, and cosmetic surgery. The physician would be joining a seasoned & busy oculoplastic surgeon who performs functional and cosmetic surgery. The position includes medical student and ophthalmology resident teaching responsibilities in the Department of Ophthalmology. Clinical research is encouraged. Ochsner Health is an integrated healthcare system with more than 37,000 employees and over 4,700 employed and affiliated physicians in over 90 medical specialties and subspecialties. It operates 46 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers across Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and the Gulf South.

Position Highlights:
The Department of Ophthalmology includes 31 ophthalmologists and optometrists who provide care at our facilities located in the New Orleans, North Shore, River Parishes, and Baton Rouge regions. We offer a full range of services for the treatment of advanced eye disease and corrective surgery, providing comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for patients of all ages. A premier regional leader in ophthalmic care and education, the department facilitates the training and development of future ophthalmologists, optometrists, and support staff by participation in Ophthalmology residency training, the Ochsner Optometry residency program and the Delgado Ophthalmic Technician Program.
The physician would be joining a seasoned & busy oculoplastic surgeon and would be immediately busy performing functional and cosmetic surgery. The position includes medical student and ophthalmology resident teaching responsibilities in the Department of Ophthalmology. Clinical research is encouraged but not required.

Requirements

• Board Certified/Board Eligible ophthalmologist
• ASOPRS fellowship training in oculoplastic, reconstructive, and cosmetic surgery.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional and cosmetic surgery.
• Medical student and ophthalmology resident teaching responsibilities.
• Clinical research is encouraged.

Benefits

• Salary is commensurate with experience and training
• Paid vacation, holidays and CME
• Full benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance
• Additional benefit options focused on physical, financial, social and mental health
• Retirement options (401k, 403b, and 457b)
• Relocation assistance
• Malpractice and tail insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior