Physician - Glaucoma Specialist, Ophthalmology

About the role

Ochsner Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible fellowship-trained GLAUCOMA SPECIALIST. The successful candidate will be immediately busy and step into a mature medical and surgical glaucoma and cataract practice based at Ochsner’s south shore locations. Through our training program affiliation, this position includes the training of medical students with a faculty appointment at The University of Queensland Medical School in Brisbane, Australia as well as training of LSU ophthalmology residents. Clinical research is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for patients with advanced eye disease and corrective surgery.
• Participate in the training of medical students and LSU ophthalmology residents.
• Engage in clinical research as a priority.

Requirements

• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Ophthalmology.
• Fellowship Training in Glaucoma.
• Current Medical License in good standing.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex glaucoma cases.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

• Excellent diagnostic and therapeutic skills.
• Effective communication and patient advocacy.
• Leadership and mentoring abilities.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, holidays, and CME.
• Full benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Additional benefit options focused on physical, financial, social, and mental health.
• Retail relocation assistance.
• Malpractice and tail insurance.

Pay

Salary is highly competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible schedules to ensure a healthy work-life balance.

Why Choose Ochsner Health?

• Integrated health care delivery model with multi-specialty collaboration.
• Professional development opportunities in teaching, research, physician leadership, and community service.
• EPIC medical record platform for enhanced patient management.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace 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.