Physician- Vascular Surgeon

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! 

This opportunity provides a clinically busy practice encompassing the breath of vascular disease offering a range of open and endovascular procedures including aorta/femoral/popliteal bypasses, carotid endarterectomy, amputations, wound exploration/debridement, and venous procedures Ochsner Health - Southern Vascular takes pride in safe, comprehensive care for our patients and the community we serve. We invite highly qualified candidates who are committed to excellence in patient care and are eager to build upon a growing program within the Acadiana region. Lafayette is a unique city in Louisiana and is known for its’ vibrant people; Cajun food and rich culture.

Ochsner Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Vascular Surgeon. 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.

This opportunity provides a clinically busy practice encompassing the breath of vascular disease offering a range of open and endovascular procedures including aorta/femoral/popliteal bypasses, carotid endarterectomy, amputations, wound exploration/debridement, and venous procedures Ochsner Health - Southern Vascular takes pride in safe, comprehensive care for our patients and the community we serve. We invite highly qualified candidates who are committed to excellence in patient care and are eager to build upon a growing program within the Acadiana region. Lafayette is a unique city in Louisiana and is known for its’ vibrant people; Cajun food and rich culture.

Education and Experience:

Required - Board certified or eligible for certification in physician’s primary specialty

Licensed Practicing Provider MD/DO

Credentialed and willing to maintain clinical practice

Position Highlights

• Clinic-based position with dedicated OR time
• Collaborative team of General Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgeons, Intervention Neurologist, and Interventional Nephrologist.
• Multidisciplinary clinics across Ochsner Health System
• APP support
• Weekly call rotation shared amongst physicians within the group (clinic and hospital consult)
• 24/7 reliable hospitalists onsite
• Integrated practice model with strong, internal referral network
• Support available from specialists throughout the Ochsner Health System  
• EPIC medical record platform utilized throughout the Ochsner Health System
• Tort reform state
• Hybrid operating room
• Dedicated cath lab facility;  Interventional Nephrologist is a part of Vascular Surgery Department and supports dialysis access care for inpatients and outpatients.
• Level II trauma center at Ochsner Lafayette General
• Ochsner Lafayette General a Sponsoring Institution, General Surgery Residents.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
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