Neurology Physician

OCHSNER HEALTH CHRISTUS DEPARTMENT OF NEUROLOGY

Ochsner Health in Lake Charles is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Neurologist to join our growing, well-supported practice. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a collaborative, patient-centered environment while enjoying the stability and resources of Louisiana s largest healthcare system.

Practice Highlights

• General Neurology position with opportunities to incorporate subspecialty interests (e.g., headache, neuromuscular, epilepsy, stroke, movement disorders).
• Outpatient-focused practice
  , with minimal inpatient responsibilities.
• Established referral base and strong primary care network ensuring immediate patient volume.
• EPIC electronic medical record system across the entire health system.
• Support from tele-neurology and tele-stroke services for improved work-life balance.
• Access to advanced neurodiagnostic testing, including EEG, EMG, and imaging through an integrated system.

Work Environment & Team

• Join a collegial team aligned with system-wide Neurology programs.
• Work closely with experienced neurologists, hospitalists, and specialty providers.
• Emphasis on quality of care
  , evidence-based practice, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Dedicated clinical support staff to maximize efficiency and patient care quality.

WHY CHOOSE OCHSNER HEALTH:

• Flexible schedules to ensure a healthy work-life balance
  .
• Integrated health care delivery model with m
  ulti-specialty collaboration,
  large internal referral network, and innovative resources dedicated to improving patient care and your ease of practice.
• Physician-led organization that ensures our providers are given the tools and support needed to care for patients.
• Professional development opportunities in teaching, research, physician leadership, and community service.
• EPIC medical record platform utilized throughout the health system to enhance flexibility in patient management.
• We focus our efforts in key areas that correlate back to our core values of Patient First, Compassion, Integrity, Excellence and Teamwork.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Salary is commensurate with experience and training
• Paid vacation, holidays and CME
• Full benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement options (401k, 403b, and 457b)
• Relocation assistance
• Malpractice and tail insurance
• Louisiana is a tort-reform state

Community & Lifestyle

• Lake Charles offers affordable living, a family-friendly environment, and access to outdoor recreation including fishing, boating, and nearby Gulf Coast beaches.
• Growing community with excellent schools, cultural events, and a vibrant food scene.
• Convenient access to Houston, New Orleans, and Lafayette.

LAKE CHARLES:

• Adventure and exploration wait for you in Lake Charles with a diverse offering of culture, music, world-famous food, festivals, the great outdoors, casino gaming, top name entertainment and historic attractions.