Neurologist

Ochsner Health; Luling (TX); On-site; USD 260,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Staff Physician in Neurology in the New Orleans area to diagnose and treat neurological diseases, develop comprehensive patient care plans, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes patient-centered care, cost-efficient use of resources, and collaboration with peers.

The physician will participate in on-call coverage, refer complex cases as needed, and uphold Ochsner’s core values of Patients First and Excellence. M.D./D.O.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree.
• Valid medical license to practice in Louisiana.
• Completion of a neurology residency.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat neurological diseases and disorders.
• Develop plans of care including patient history, exam, diagnosis and treatment.
• Confer with consulting physicians, nurses, patients and families regarding treatment and care.
• Take neurological on-call coverage on a rotation with practice peers.
• Refer cases needing specialist services to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Neurology

Patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

MD/DO

Job description

We’ve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, andinnovate.Webelieve that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

In cooperation with other members of the department clinical staff, an Ochsner Staff Physician will provide and coordinate patient care by abiding by Ochsner’s core values of Patients First, Integrity, Compassion, Inclusivity, Teamwork and Excellence and The Responsibilities of the Professional Staff

Job Duties: Diagnose and treat neurological diseases and disorders. Develop a plan of care for each patient, including complete medical history, physician examination, diagnosis, appropriate treatment and/or referral. Stress the importance of preventative health care measures. 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. Takes neurological On-Call coverage on an equal rotation basis with practice peers. Refer those cases that require specialist services while maintaining responsibility to assure that continuity of care is provided.

Employer: Ochsner Clinic Foundation

Geographic area of employment: New Orleans, LA

Education Required: M.D. or D.O.

Other Requirements:

• License to practice medicine in Louisiana.
• Completion of a neurology residency.

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Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

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