Fellowship Trained Breast Surgeon

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, seeks a physician specializing in breast disease who will diagnose and treat patients, encompassing surgical and medical management, and coordinate care with referring physicians.

The role requires an MD with general surgery training, a breast disease fellowship, Louisiana medical license, and board certification; the successful candidate will lead care teams including advanced practice providers and collaborate across specialties.

Qualifications

• MD and General Surgery Residency completed.
• Fellowship training focused on breast disease.
• Licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners to practice medicine.
• Board-certified in General Surgery.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat patients with breast disease, including surgical and medical management.
• Coordinate care with referring physicians and collaborate with other providers.

Skills

Team collaboration

Supervise advanced practice providers

Education

MD and General Surgery Residency

Fellowship in breast disease

Louisiana medical license

Board Certification in General Surgery

Job description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

JOB SUMMARY

Diagnoses and treats patients with breast disease including surgical and medical management. Coordinates care with referring physicians and collaborates with other providers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• MD and completion of General Surgery Residency.
• Fellowship training or specialized practice focus in breast disease.
• Must be licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners to practice medicine.
• Must be a member of the St. Tammany Health System Medical Staff.
• Board Certification in General Surgery.
• Ability to collaborate with and supervise advanced practice providers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 20 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise. Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) - handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing Frequently (34%-66%) - reaching Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

St. Tammany Health System is a full-service acute care facility that delivers today’s life-improving procedures with the latest technology, highest quality and the utmost care to area residents.

From wellness and prevention to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery, the St. Tammany Health System delivers the very latest technology, the most accomplished specialists and highly personalized, caring staff to ensure patients and families receive world-class healthcare close to home.

St. Tammany Health System is an independent service district in a clinically integrated partnership with Ochsner Health System. Together, the two organizations focus on aligning their healthcare offerings to best serve patients and families in west St. Tammany Parish and surrounding areas.