Pediatric Gastroenterologist

Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport and Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center invite applications for a BC/BE Pediatric Gastroenterologist to join the Division of Gastroenterology within the Department of Pediatrics. This rewarding opportunity offers a balanced mix of inpatient and outpatient general gastroenterology care, along with opportunities to teach residents and medical students and participate in research. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

Practice Info

• Level III + S Neonatal Intensive Care Unit - 40-bed unit
• 23-bed pediatric inpatient ward and a 14-bed pediatric intensive care unit
• One of only 8 hospitals in the nation affiliated with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
• Children's Clinical Research Center featuring a dedicated 3-bed clinical trial unit and laboratory supporting 10-12 NIH- and industry-sponsored trials annually (inpatient and outpatient)
• A thriving health sciences center with Schools of Medicine, Graduate Studies, and Allied Health Professions, supported by a robust research enterprise
• EPIC electronic medical record system

Shift & Schedule

• Full-time physician

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient general gastroenterology care
• Participate in weekly teaching in GI outpatient clinics
• Perform endoscopic procedures in our on-site endoscopy center
• Provide inpatient consult services
• Teach residents and medical students
• Participate in meaningful research initiatives

Compensation

• Competitive salary commensurate with training and experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Optional retirement plans
• Generous vacation / scheduled time off

Qualifications

• BC/BE Pediatric Gastroenterologist
• Eligible for a Louisiana medical license
• J-1 and H-1B visa candidates are welcome to apply