Physician, Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon

American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in the Greater New Orleans region seeks a Board-Certified or Board-eligible Orthopedic Surgeon with fellowship training in Foot and Ankle Surgery to join our Orthopedic Surgery team. This role blends clinical care with academic activities, education, and research within a large integrated system.

The position offers collaboration with podiatrists and surgeons, teaching opportunities for medical students and residents, and participation in clinical research.

Qualifications

• Board Certification or Board eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• Fellowship training in Foot and Ankle Surgery
• Eligible for or currently licensed to practice in Louisiana
• Commitment to excellent clinical care, teamwork, and patient experience

Responsibilities

• Focused practice in foot and ankle surgery
• Collaboration with a team of orthopedic surgeons and podiatrists
• Teaching medical students & residents
• Participation in clinical research (encouraged)
• Shared call rotation at Ochsner Medical Center
• Clinical locations include Ochsner Hospital for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine and Ochsner Medical Center (Greater New Orleans area)

Education

Fellowship in Foot and Ankle Surgery

Job description

Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon

Location: Greater New Orleans Region

Organization: Ochsner Health - Department of Orthopedic Surgery

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, and innovate. We believe 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!

Position Overview

Ochsner Health is seeking a Board-Certified or Board eligible Orthopedic Surgeon with fellowship training in Foot and Ankle Surgery to join our growing Orthopedic Surgery team. This is a clinical and academic-focused role within an integrated healthcare system, offering the opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, participate in education, and contribute to research initiatives. Ochsner Health is an integrated healthcare system with more than 36,000 employees and over 4,600 employed and affiliated physicians in over 90 medical specialties and subspecialties. It operates 47 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers across Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and the Gulf South.

Position Highlights

• Focused practice in foot and ankle surgery
• Collaboration with a team of orthopedic surgeons and podiatrists
• Opportunities for teaching medical students & residents
• Participation in clinical research (encouraged)
• Supported by a team of orthopedic professionals, advanced practice providers, medical assistants, and certified therapists
• Clinical locations include:
  • Ochsner Hospital for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
  • Ochsner Medical Center (Greater New Orleans area)
• Shared call rotation at Ochsner Medical Center

Qualifications

• Board Certification or Board eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• Fellowship training in Foot and Ankle Surgery
• Eligible for or currently licensed to practice in Louisiana
• Commitment to excellent clinical care, teamwork, and patient experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and training
• Paid vacation, holidays, and CME
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Additional wellness programs supporting physical, mental, and financial health
• Retirement plans (401k, 403b, and 457b)
• Relocation assistance
• Malpractice and tail insurance coverage

Why Ochsner Health?

• Flexible scheduling for work-life balance
• Physician-led, integrated health system
• EPIC electronic health record system across all locations
• AI documentation technology offered
• Large internal referral network and multi-specialty collaboration
• Opportunities in academic teaching, research, and community engagement
• Culture of innovation, excellence, and inclusion

Equal Opportunity Employer

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