Overview
Ochsner Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Cardiothoracic Surgeon for Lafayette, Louisiana. The candidate will join Ochsner Health's well-established and experienced cardiac surgery program, one of the largest in the state of Louisiana.
Physician - Cardiothoracic Surgery - Lafayette, LA
Ochsner Health - Cardiothoracic Surgery
Responsibilities
- Emphasis on all aspects of adult cardiac surgery, including valve replacements, coronary artery bypass grafting, and TAVR procedures.
- Complete an accredited Cardiovascular Surgery Fellowship training program and be either board eligible or certified.
About Ochsner Health
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.
Position Highlights
- Clinic-based position with dedicated OR time
- Multidisciplinary clinics across Ochsner Health System
- APP support
- Call rotation shared amongst physicians within the group (clinic and hospital consult)
- 24/7 reliable hospitalists onsite and pulmonary critical care support
- Integrated practice model with strong internal referral network
- Support from specialists throughout the Ochsner Health System
- EPIC medical record platform utilized throughout the Ochsner Health System
Compensation and Benefits
- Compensation is competitive and structured to reflect experience, productivity, and long term partnership.
- Paid vacation, holidays and CME
- Full benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance
- Additional benefit options focused on physical, financial, social and mental health
- Retirement options (401k, 403b, and 457b)
- Relocation assistance
- Malpractice and tail insurance
About Lafayette
Lafayette is a vibrant city with a rich Cajun and Creole heritage, known for festivals, cuisine, outdoor activities, and a lower cost of living. It is within easy reach of New Orleans, Houston, and Gulf Coast beaches.
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Accessibility and EEO
Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website. This site strives to be accessible to all users. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or (see below) Ochsner Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Lafayette, LA, United States of America
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