Ochsner Health System
Physician-General Surgeon
Ochsner Health System, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, us, 70873
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!Ochsner Health System - Baton Rouge is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible
GENERAL SURGEON
to join its expanding practice.HIGHLIGHTS OF THE POSITION:Clinic-based position with dedicated surgery days; operations performed at Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge and Ochsner Medical Complex - The Grove, a new medical office complex with surgical and in-patient capabilitiesTwo da Vinci Xi robotsEqually shared call rotation at a single hospital, with dedicated hospitalists on-site 24/7Clinic located in Baton Rouge with rotation to suburban clinicsAncillary services offered at Ochsner Cancer Center - Baton RougeCollegial, multidisciplinary team of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, Radiologists, Pathologists, Dieticians, Medical and Radiation Oncologists and nurse navigators collaborate on a customized plan of care for each patientIntegrated practice model with strong, internal referral networkPhysician leadership and input at all levels of administrationSupport available from specialists and sub-specialists throughout Ochsner Health SystemEPIC medical record platform utilized throughout the Ochsner Health SystemTort reform stateCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Salary is commensurate with experience and trainingMalpractice insurance providedFull benefits including medical, dental and vision insuranceRetirement options (401k, 403b, and 457b)ABOUT OCHSNER HEALTH SYSTEM - BATON ROUGEThe Greater Baton Rouge region is home to Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, a full-service, 150-bed facility, Ochsner Cancer Center - Baton Rouge and 13 Ochsner Health Centers across Tangipahoa, Livingston, East Baton Rouge, Ascension and Iberville Parishes. Nearly 2,000 employees serve our patients in the Greater Baton Rouge area, including more than 180 physicians and Advanced Practice Providers whose collective dedication to patient care is recognized for quality excellence by Becker's Hospital Review, Healthgrades, Truven Health Analytics and Leapfrog. Ochsner Baton Rouge is a part of Ochsner Health System, Louisiana's largest non-profit healthcare delivery system. Ochsner is the only Louisiana hospital nationally recognized by U.S. News and World Report as a "Best Hospital" across four specialty categories
caring for patients from all 50 states and 80 countries worldwide each year.CALLING BATON ROUGE...HOMESituated on the Mississippi River, Baton Rouge represents the best of Louisiana's vibrant culture. The capital city, located in Southeast Louisiana, is home to over 800,000 residents making it one of the most populous cities in the state. It is a very family-oriented city with great schools, 2 major universities (Louisiana State University and Southern University), restaurants, shopping, and an abundance of sports and cultural opportunities. Known for its great people, unique food, and lively music, Baton Rouge has something for everyone!Sorry, no J1 visa opportunities available.RECENT AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS RECEIVED BY OCHSNER MEDICAL CENTER BATON ROUGEBecker's Hospital ReviewOnly Louisiana hospital ranked in
Becker's Hospital Review
"100 Great Community Hospitals" (2016)Care Chex, a division of COMPARIONRanks in the top 10% of hospitals in the nation for medical excellence in 7 clinical categories including Overall Hospital Care, Overall Medical Care, Cardiac Care, Gastrointestinal Care, Neurological Care, Heart Attack Treatment, and Stroke Care. (2017)HealthgradesPatient Safety Excellence Award (2017, 2016, 2015)Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence (2017)Cardiac Care Excellence Award (2017, 2016)Coronary Intervention Excellence Award (2017, 2016)Pulmonary Care Excellence Award (2016)LeapfrogEarned an "A" grade in patient safety (2017, 2016)
Truven Health Analytics
One of only 10 hospitals in the United States to receive the Truven Health Analytics Everest Award, an honor awarded to hospitals that have achieved both the highest current performance and the fastest long-term improvement over five years. (2017)Only hospital in Louisiana named in the Top 100 Hospitals (2017, 2016)Only hospital in Louisiana to be named to the "50 Top Cardiovascular
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hospitals" (2016)Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Maryland, New York, Washington, and Washington D.C.Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or
careers@ochsner.org
. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, pregnancy status, pregnancy-related conditions, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, age, veteran status, military status, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation, unemployment status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. These protections extend to applicants and all employment related decisions. View the EEO is the Law poster and its supplement , as well as the pay transparency policy for more information.Affirmative Action Policy Statement
GENERAL SURGEON
to join its expanding practice.HIGHLIGHTS OF THE POSITION:Clinic-based position with dedicated surgery days; operations performed at Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge and Ochsner Medical Complex - The Grove, a new medical office complex with surgical and in-patient capabilitiesTwo da Vinci Xi robotsEqually shared call rotation at a single hospital, with dedicated hospitalists on-site 24/7Clinic located in Baton Rouge with rotation to suburban clinicsAncillary services offered at Ochsner Cancer Center - Baton RougeCollegial, multidisciplinary team of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, Radiologists, Pathologists, Dieticians, Medical and Radiation Oncologists and nurse navigators collaborate on a customized plan of care for each patientIntegrated practice model with strong, internal referral networkPhysician leadership and input at all levels of administrationSupport available from specialists and sub-specialists throughout Ochsner Health SystemEPIC medical record platform utilized throughout the Ochsner Health SystemTort reform stateCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Salary is commensurate with experience and trainingMalpractice insurance providedFull benefits including medical, dental and vision insuranceRetirement options (401k, 403b, and 457b)ABOUT OCHSNER HEALTH SYSTEM - BATON ROUGEThe Greater Baton Rouge region is home to Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, a full-service, 150-bed facility, Ochsner Cancer Center - Baton Rouge and 13 Ochsner Health Centers across Tangipahoa, Livingston, East Baton Rouge, Ascension and Iberville Parishes. Nearly 2,000 employees serve our patients in the Greater Baton Rouge area, including more than 180 physicians and Advanced Practice Providers whose collective dedication to patient care is recognized for quality excellence by Becker's Hospital Review, Healthgrades, Truven Health Analytics and Leapfrog. Ochsner Baton Rouge is a part of Ochsner Health System, Louisiana's largest non-profit healthcare delivery system. Ochsner is the only Louisiana hospital nationally recognized by U.S. News and World Report as a "Best Hospital" across four specialty categories
caring for patients from all 50 states and 80 countries worldwide each year.CALLING BATON ROUGE...HOMESituated on the Mississippi River, Baton Rouge represents the best of Louisiana's vibrant culture. The capital city, located in Southeast Louisiana, is home to over 800,000 residents making it one of the most populous cities in the state. It is a very family-oriented city with great schools, 2 major universities (Louisiana State University and Southern University), restaurants, shopping, and an abundance of sports and cultural opportunities. Known for its great people, unique food, and lively music, Baton Rouge has something for everyone!Sorry, no J1 visa opportunities available.RECENT AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS RECEIVED BY OCHSNER MEDICAL CENTER BATON ROUGEBecker's Hospital ReviewOnly Louisiana hospital ranked in
Becker's Hospital Review
"100 Great Community Hospitals" (2016)Care Chex, a division of COMPARIONRanks in the top 10% of hospitals in the nation for medical excellence in 7 clinical categories including Overall Hospital Care, Overall Medical Care, Cardiac Care, Gastrointestinal Care, Neurological Care, Heart Attack Treatment, and Stroke Care. (2017)HealthgradesPatient Safety Excellence Award (2017, 2016, 2015)Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence (2017)Cardiac Care Excellence Award (2017, 2016)Coronary Intervention Excellence Award (2017, 2016)Pulmonary Care Excellence Award (2016)LeapfrogEarned an "A" grade in patient safety (2017, 2016)
Truven Health Analytics
One of only 10 hospitals in the United States to receive the Truven Health Analytics Everest Award, an honor awarded to hospitals that have achieved both the highest current performance and the fastest long-term improvement over five years. (2017)Only hospital in Louisiana named in the Top 100 Hospitals (2017, 2016)Only hospital in Louisiana to be named to the "50 Top Cardiovascular
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hospitals" (2016)Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Maryland, New York, Washington, and Washington D.C.Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or
careers@ochsner.org
. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, pregnancy status, pregnancy-related conditions, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, age, veteran status, military status, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation, unemployment status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. These protections extend to applicants and all employment related decisions. View the EEO is the Law poster and its supplement , as well as the pay transparency policy for more information.Affirmative Action Policy Statement