About this Physician - Neurology role at Ochsner Health
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!
OCHSNER HEALTH CHRISTUS – DEPARTMENT OF NEUROLOGY
Ochsner Health in Lake Charles is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Neurologist to join our growing, well-supported practice. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a collaborative, patient-centered environment while enjoying the stability and resources of Louisiana’s largest healthcare system.
Practice Highlights
- General Neurology position with opportunities to incorporate subspecialty interests (e.g., headache, neuromuscular, epilepsy, stroke, movement disorders).
- Outpatient-focused practice, with minimal inpatient responsibilities.
- Established referral base and strong primary care network ensuring immediate patient volume.
- EPIC electronic medical record system across the entire health system.
- Support from tele-neurology and tele-stroke services for improved work-life balance.
- Access to advanced neurodiagnostic testing, including EEG, EMG, and imaging through an integrated system.
Work Environment & Team
- Join a collegial team aligned with system-wide Neurology programs.
- Work closely with experienced neurologists, hospitalists, and specialty providers.
- Emphasis on quality of care, evidence-based practice, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
- Dedicated clinical support staff to maximize efficiency and patient care quality.
WHY CHOOSE OCHSNER HEALTH:
- Flexible schedules to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
- Integrated health care delivery model with multi-specialty collaboration, large internal referral network, and innovative resources dedicated to improving patient care and your ease of practice.
- Physician-led organization that ensures our providers are given the tools and support needed to care for patients.
- Professional development opportunities in teaching, research, physician leadership, and community service.
- EPIC medical record platform utilized throughout the health system to enhance flexibility in patient management.
- We focus our efforts in key areas that correlate back to our core values of Patient First, Compassion, Integrity, Excellence and Teamwork.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- Salary is commensurate with experience and training
- Paid vacation, holidays and CME
- Full benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance
- Retirement options (401k, 403b, and 457b)
- Relocation assistance
- Malpractice and tail insurance
- Louisiana is a tort-reform state
Community & Lifestyle
- Lake Charles offers affordable living, a family-friendly environment, and access to outdoor recreation including fishing, boating, and nearby Gulf Coast beaches.
- Growing community with excellent schools, cultural events, and a vibrant food scene.
- Convenient access to Houston, New Orleans, and Lafayette.
LAKE CHARLES:
- Adventure and exploration wait for you in Lake Charles with a diverse offering of culture, music, world-famous food, festivals, the great outdoors, casino gaming, top name entertainment and historic attractions.
Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!
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