Physician, Orthopedic Total Joint Specialist

Company: Ochsner Health System
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: November 10, 2018

Job Description:

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 System and discover your future today!

Ochsner Health System Baton Rouge is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible ORTHOPEDIC JOINT SPECIALIST to join our expanding practice in the DEPARTMENT OF ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE POSITION:
Clinic-based position with dedicated surgery days; surgeries performed at Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge
available in the operating room
Clinic located in Baton Rouge with rotation to suburban clinics
Services to be delivered at Ochsner High Grove , a new medical office complex with surgical and in-patient capabilities scheduled to open in early 2019
Weekly call rotation shared amongst physicians within the group (clinic and hospital consult)
24/7 reliable hospitalists onsite
Practice is complemented by 2 outpatient therapy clinics
Integrated practice model with strong, internal referral network
Support available from specialists and sub-specialists throughout Ochsner Health System
EPIC medical record platform utilized throughout the Ochsner Health System
Tort reform state

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Salary is commensurate with experience and training
Malpractice insurance provided
Full benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance
Retirement options (401k, 403b, and 457b)
ABOUT OCHSNER HEALTH SYSTEM - BATON ROUGE

The 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---HOME

Situated 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!

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RECENT AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS RECEIVED BY OCHSNER MEDICAL CENTER BATON ROUGE

Becker---s Hospital Review

Only Louisiana hospital ranked in Becker---s Hospital Review ---100 Great Community Hospitals--- (2016)
Care Chex, a division of COMPARION

Ranks 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)
Healthgrades

Patient 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)
Leapfrog

Earned an ---A--- grade in patient safety (2017, 2016)
Are you ready to make a difference at Ochsner and live our values of Patient's First, Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, & Teamwork?

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