Rheumatologist

Ochsner Health is seeking a dedicated Rheumatologist to join the team at Ochsner Clinic Foundation in Gretna, LA. In this role, you will examine and diagnose diseases of the musculoskeletal and immune systems, consult with patients, and coordinate comprehensive care. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today.

Practice Info

• Geographic area of employment: Gretna, LA
• Employer: Ochsner Clinic Foundation

Responsibilities

• Examine and diagnose diseases and disorders of the musculoskeletal system and immune system
• Consult with patients to determine appropriate course of treatment
• Recommend and orders tests to determine extent of illness and to aid diagnoses
• Maintain completed medical records
• Attend and participate in scheduled department and organization administrative initiatives
• Use all available resources in diagnosis and treatment in an appropriate and cost-efficient manner
• Confer with consulting physicians, nurses, patients and patients' families concerning treatment and care of patients
• Refer those cases that require specialist services while maintaining responsibility to assure that continuity of care is provided

Compensation

• $265,000 - $290,000 per year

Qualifications

• M.D. or D.O.
• License to practice medicine in Louisiana
• Completion of a rheumatology fellowship
• Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.