Physician - Anesthesiologist - Academic

Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 540,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Optional retirement plans with contributions

Job summary

Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport is seeking an Assistant Professor in Anesthesiology. This role includes teaching and mentoring residents, providing diverse clinical exposure, and being part of a robust academic community.

The position offers a starting salary of $600k, minimal call, and a supportive environment for new graduates. Shreveport provides a comfortable lifestyle with rich culture and excellent schools.

Visa sponsorship is available, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply for this unique opportunity.

Qualifications

• Board certified or board eligible in Anesthesiology.
• New graduates welcome with mentorship provided.
• Advanced training in relevant areas encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor residents and pain fellows.
• Care for patients across multiple sites.
• Contribute to scholarly activity and patient care.

Skills

Board Certified / Board Eligible in Anesthesiology

Strong commitment to teaching

Patient-centered care

Advanced training/fellowship in Peds, OB, Critical Care, or Cardiac

Education

Eligible for active Louisiana Medical Licensure

Job description

Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport & Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center – Shreveport

seeks applicants to join our team at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology, under the leadership of Wendy K. Bernstein, MD, MBA, FASA, FAMWA.

Why Join Us

• Collaborative Team: Work alongside 23 dedicated faculty anesthesiologists and 54 CRNAs.
• Vibrant Training Environment: Teach and mentor 32 residents and 3 pain fellows in our fully ACGME-accredited program, plus train future neuroanesthesiologists through our ICPNT-certified fellowship.
• Diverse Clinical Exposure: Care for patients across multiple sites, including our Academic Medical Center, St. Mary Medical Center, Feist-Weiller Cancer Center, and OLHS Regional Urology Ambulatory Surgery Center.
• Robust Academic Community: LSU Health Sciences Center is home to 800+ students across the Schools of Medicine, Graduate Studies, and Allied Health Professions, with nearly 600 residents and fellows trained annually.
• Level I Trauma Center: Be part of the only Level I Trauma Center in the region and one of just two in Louisiana.
• Board Certified starting pay $600k
• Minimal call, with 40‑hr week of Monday‑Friday, 7a‑3p
• OT and Weekend additional comp

Qualifications

• Board Certified / Board Eligible in Anesthesiology
• Advanced training/fellowship in Peds, OB, Critical Care, or Cardiac are encouraged to apply
• Eligible for active Louisiana Medical Licensure
• New graduates welcome - mentorship provided to support early‑career faculty
• Strong commitment to teaching, scholarly activity, and patient‑centered care

Compensation & Benefits

• Board Certified starting pay $600k
• Malpractice coverage provided
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, disability, and AD&D insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Optional retirement plans with institutional contributions

Work & Live in Shreveport: Shreveport offers a comfortable Southern lifestyle with excellent schools, diverse restaurants, and cultural attractions — perfect for families and professionals alike.

Visa sponsorship (J1/H1B) available.

Must be board certified/board eligible in Anesthesiology and eligible for active Louisiana Medical Licensure. Graduating Anesthesia residents are welcome to apply. The successful candidate will also need to have a strong commitment to an active teaching program and scholarly activities.

Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on‑site.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.