Physician - Neurosurgeon

CHRISTUS Health; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

CME allowance

Tail coverage

Job summary

CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible neurosurgeon to join a growing team. This full-time role offers shared call with two other neurosurgeons, with a focus on spine and cranial surgery and access to advanced tools such as Globus Robot and a G-arm.

Join a collaborative network within CHRISTUS Ochsner Health, with mentorship opportunities and a strong patient demand to grow your practice in Southwest Louisiana.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible neurosurgeon joining a growing team in Lake Charles, LA.
• Full-time neurosurgery opportunity with shared call across three neurosurgeons.
• Access to advanced technology including Globus Robot and G-arm.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive neurosurgical care with emphasis on spine and cranial procedures.
• Collaborate within CHRISTUS Ochsner Health and Ochsner Neuroscience Institute network.
• Contribute to teaching, research, and clinical leadership within the group.

Skills

Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Neurosu

Shared call with colleagues

Spine & Cranial Surgery Volume

EPIC EMR Experience

Tools

Globus Robot

G-arm

Job description

Neurosurgeon Opportunity - Make Your Mark in Southwest Louisiana

CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick | Lake Charles, Louisiana

Build the practice you want. Join a team that has your back. Make a meaningful impact where it matters most.

CHRISTUS Ochsner Health is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Neurosurgeon to join our growing neurosurgical team in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Full-time neurosurgery opportunity with an established regional health system
• Shared call with two other neurosurgeons, supporting a collaborative practice environment
• Robustspine and cranial surgical volume, with an emphasis on spine
• Access to advanced technology, including theGlobus Robot and G-arm
• Mentorship available for new surgeons looking to grow their practice
• Strong regional patient demand and ahealthy patient volume
• Collaboration with a broad network of specialists throughout the Ochsner Health system
• Connection to theOchsner Neuroscience Institute in New Orleans, providing access to a larger neuroscience network and academic resources
• EPIC electronic medical record system forteaching, research, physician leadership, and community service

A Health System Built Around Your Success

At CHRISTUS Ochsner, physicians are supported by an integrated, physician-led organization focused on exceptional patient care and professional growth.

You’ll have access to multidisciplinary collaboration, a large internal referral network, innovative clinical resources, and a team committed to helping you deliver outstanding care.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience and training
• Paid vacation, holidays, and CME
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) retirement options
• Relocation assistance
• Medical malpractice and tail coverage
• Louisiana's physician-friendly tort-reform environment

Discover Lake Charles

Located in Southwest Louisiana, Lake Charles offers an exceptional combination of career opportunity and quality of life. Enjoy world-famous Cajun and Creole cuisine, live music, festivals, outdoor recreation, fishing, boating, golf, gaming, and entertainment—all with the welcoming character of a close-knit Louisiana community.

Here, you can build a thriving neurosurgical career without giving up the lifestyle that makes life outside the hospital rewarding.

Your Next Chapter Starts Here

If you’re ready to join a collaborative neurosurgical team, grow your practice, and make a lasting difference for patients throughout Southwest Louisiana, we’d love to hear from you.

Live well in Lake Charles