Physician-Thoracic Medical Oncologist

About the role

Ochsner Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Thoracic Medical Oncologist Physician. 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care for thoracic malignancies, including lung, esophageal, and mediastinal cancers.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement treatment plans for complex cases.
• Participate in clinical research and contribute to the advancement of cancer care through evidence-based practices.
• Teach and mentor fellows and residents in the field of thoracic oncology.
• Contribute to the development and growth of the thoracic oncology program at Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Requirements

• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Hematology and Oncology.
• Experience in thoracic oncology is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree.
• Current license to practice medicine in the state of Louisiana.
• Passing score on the USMLE Step 1 or COMLEX Level 1 exam.

Skills

• Strong clinical skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Research and teaching capabilities.

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 options (401k, 403b, and 457b).
• Relocation assistance.
• Malpractice and tail insurance.

Pay

Salary is commensurate with experience and training.

Schedule

Flexible schedules to ensure a healthy work-life balance.