Ochsner Clinic Foundation is seeking a dedicated Rheumatologist to join their team in Gretna, LA. In this role, the provider will examine, diagnose, and treat conditions of the musculoskeletal and immune systems while collaborating with patients, families, and multidisciplinary care teams. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today.
Practice Info
- Geographic area of employment: Gretna, LA
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 order 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. required
- License to practice medicine in Louisiana required
- Completion of a rheumatology fellowship required
Rheumatologist in LA at Ochsner Health
This position is listed as full time and onsite. It was posted yesterday.