Physician - Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician

Responsibilities

Work with the entire Boh Center team (nurses, nurse practitioners, social workers, developmental-behavioral pediatricians, psychologists, applied behavior analysts, speech/language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, clinic administrators) to improve access to diagnostic consultation and address gaps in treatment.

Participate and provide leadership in the education of Xavier-Ochsner College of Medicine and the University of Queensland-Ochsner Clinical School medical students, Ochsner pediatric residents, and community pediatric professionals.

Participate in or lead the development of a fellowship program in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics.

Contribute to clinical research/scholarship and regional (Louisiana AAP) and national (SDBP, AAP) academic organizations.

About the Role

OCHSNER CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL, ranked as the US News & World Report’s #1 Children’s Hospital in New Orleans and Louisiana for 5 consecutive years, is seeking a fellowship-trained DEVELOPMENTAL-BEHAVIORAL PEDIATRICIAN to practice at the Michael R. Boh Center for Child Development in New Orleans, LA.

Requirements

Fellowship-trained in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics.

Qualifications

MD degree from an accredited medical school.

Board-certified/Board-eligible in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics.

Current license to practice medicine in the state of Louisiana.

Experience working with children and families from diverse backgrounds.

Skills

Excellent communication skills.

Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.