Physician - Endocrinologist

ochsner; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Lafayette, Louisiana seeks a Board Certified/Board Eligible Endocrinologist to join our growing endocrinology program at Ochsner Lafayette General. Opportunity to focus on pituitary disorders, endocrine malignancies, and cancer therapy–related endocrinopathies in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities include clinical care, ultrasound FNA opportunities, CGM interpretation, thyroid and bone density imaging, and engagement in teaching and research across EPIC EMR

Qualifications

• Board-certified/Board-eligible endocrinologist with interest in pituitary disorders, endocrine malignancies, and cancer therapy–related endocrinopathies.
• Strong collaboration within multidisciplinary endocrine teams and research opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized endocrine care with focus on pituitary disease and oncology.
• Perform and interpret CGM, thyroid ultrasound, and bone density assessments.
• Participate in clinical research and trials; teach Internal Medicine residents and medical students.

Skills

Pituitary disease

Endocrine oncology

CGM interpretation

Thyroid ultrasound

Education

Board-certified Endocrinologist

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people.

For us, this is more than a job- it's a calling. It's waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

Ochsner Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Endocrinologist with an interest in pituitary disorders, endocrine malignancies, and endocrine complications related to cancer and cancer therapies to join our growing endocrinology program at Ochsner Lafayette General in Lafayette, Louisiana.

As Louisiana's largest integrated healthcare system, Ochsner Health includes more than 36,000 employees and 4,600 employed and affiliated physicians across more than 90 specialties and subspecialties. The system encompasses 47 hospitals and over 370 health and urgent care centers throughout Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and the Gulf South Ochsner Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Endocrinologist with an interest in pituitary disorders, endocrine malignancies, and endocrine complications related to cancer and cancer therapies to join our growing endocrinology program at Ochsner Lafayette General in Lafayette, Louisiana.

As Louisiana's largest integrated healthcare system, Ochsner Health includes more than 36,000 employees and 4,600 employed and affiliated physicians across more than 90 specialties and subspecialties . The system encompasses 47 hospitals and over 370 health and urgent care centers throughout Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and the Gulf South.

Opportunity Highlights

• Develop a specialized clinical focus in pituitary disease and endocrine oncology
• Collaborate within a dedicated multidisciplinary team treating complex endocrine conditions
• Join an established endocrinology practice with strong referral support and a growing patient population
• Participate in clinical research and serve as an investigator on clinical trials
• Clinical practice opportunities include: Ultrasound-guided thyroid fine needle aspirations (FNA)
• Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) interpretation
• Thyroid ultrasound interpretation
• Bone density interpretation

Engage in teaching and mentorship of:

• Internal Medicine Residents
• Medical Students

Utilize the EPIC electronic medical record platform across the health system

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience and training
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Generous paid vacation, holidays, and CME
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Additional benefits focused on physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being
• Retirement plans including 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b)
• Malpractice coverage with tail insurance

Why Choose Ochsner Health?

• Flexible schedules designed to support work-life balance
• Physician-led organization committed to provider success
• Integrated healthcare delivery model with multispecialty collaboration and a robust referral network
• Opportunities for leadership, teaching, research, and community engagement
• Innovative resources dedicated to enhancing patient care and physician satisfaction
• System-wide EPIC electronic health record platform

Call Lafayette Home

Lafayette offers an exceptional quality of life, combining the amenities of a larger metropolitan area with the warmth and charm of a close-knit community. Known as the heart of Cajun and Creole Country , Lafayette is celebrated for its rich culture, nationally recognized cuisine, vibrant music scene, and year-round festivals.

Physicians and their families enjoy:

• Affordable housing and a cost of living lower than many comparable metropolitan areas
• Highly regarded public and private school options
• Mild weather and year-round outdoor recreation, including fishing, boating, golf, cycling and hunting
• A thriving arts, music, and culinary scene unlike anywhere else in the country
• Convenient access to New Orleans, Houston, and the Gulf Coast
• A welcoming community that consistently ranks among the most desirable places to live in the South

Discover why so many physicians choose Lafayette-not only for the opportunity to build an exceptional practice, but for the opportunity to build an exceptional life.

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.

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