Physician - Section Head, Pediatric Urology

Ochsner Health • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

Ochsner Health is seeking a Section Head of Pediatric Urology and junior faculty to join the Ochsner Department of Urology and the Ochsner Children’s Hospital in New Orleans. This position is part of a high-functioning, rapidly growing tertiary/quaternary Pediatrics Program and Children’s Hospital, which is ranked #1 in Louisiana by U.S. News & World Report. The new members will join three other pediatric urologists in a large Urology department with 31 employed Urologists and 12 APPs. The comprehensive Pediatrics Program includes over 230 physicians and offers a full range of pediatric services, including congenital heart surgery, liver and bone marrow transplantation, and a multidisciplinary developmental center. The department is expanding with the construction of a new dedicated Children’s Hospital expected to open in 2027. Faculty will also be involved in teaching residents and medical students.

Requirements

• Board certification in Urology.
• Fellowship training in Pediatric Urology.
• Experience in a pediatric urology setting.
• Strong commitment to patient care and education.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a leadership role within a medical department.
• Research experience in pediatric urology.
• Interest in community outreach and education.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric urology care to patients in a high-functioning department.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive pediatric services.
• Participate in teaching residents and medical students.
• Engage in departmental growth and development initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Supportive work environment focused on patient care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree