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Physician – Optometrist
Ochsner Health Center - O'Neal
Job Description Summary
Comprehensive Optometrist
Ochsner Health System in Baton Rouge is seeking a board certified or board eligible Optometrist. Emphasis is placed on primary eye care within the Department of Ophthalmology, Section of Optometry. Experience and/or training in ocular disease is desired.
Job Description
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE POSITION:
• Clinic-based position
• Integrated practice model with strong, internal referral network
• Position includes close working relationship with Ochsner ophthalmologists
• Support available from specialists and sub-specialists throughout Ochsner Health System
• EPIC medical record platform utilized throughout the Ochsner Health System
• Tort reform state
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
• Salary is commensurate with experience and training
• Malpractice insurance provided
• Full benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement options (401k, 403b, and 457b)
ABOUT OCHSNER HEALTH SYSTEM - BATON ROUGE
The Greater Baton Rouge region is home to Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, a full-service, 150-bed facility, Ochsner Cancer Center – Baton Rouge and 13 Ochsner Health Centers across Tangipahoa, Livingston, East Baton Rouge, Ascension and Iberville Parishes. Nearly 2,000 employees serve our patients in the Greater Baton Rouge area, including more than 180 physicians and Advanced Practice Providers whose collective dedication to patient care is recognized for quality excellence by Becker’s Hospital Review, Healthgrades, Truven Health Analytics and Leapfrog. Ochsner Baton Rouge is a part of Ochsner Health System, Louisiana’s largest non-profit healthcare delivery system. Ochsner is the only Louisiana hospital nationally recognized by U.S. News and World Report as a “Best Hospital” across four specialty categories caring for patients from all 50 states and 80 countries worldwide each year.
CALLING BATON ROUGE…HOME
Situated on the Mississippi River, Baton Rouge represents the best of Louisiana’s vibrant culture. The capital city, located in Southeast Louisiana, is home to over 800,000 residents, making it one of the most populous cities in the state. It is a very family-oriented city with great schools, 2 major universities (Louisiana State University and Southern University), restaurants, shopping, and an abundance of sports and cultural opportunities. Known for its great people, unique food, and lively music, Baton Rouge has something for everyone!
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Skills Required
- Board certified or board eligible Optometrist
- Experience and/or training in ocular disease
- Familiarity with EPIC medical record platform
What We Do
Ochsner Health is a system that delivers health to the people of Louisiana, Mississippi and the Gulf South with a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate. Ochsner Health is a not-for-profit committed to giving back to the communities it serves through preventive screenings, health and wellness resources and partnerships with innovative organizations that share our vision. Ochsner Health healed more than 900,000 people from across the globe in 2020, providing the latest in medical breakthroughs and therapies, including digital medicine for chronic conditions and telehealth specialty services. Ochsner Health is a national leader, named the top hospital in Louisiana and a top children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report. Ochsner Health has been providing high-quality clinical and hospital patient care since 1942. Ochsner provides coordinated clinical and hospital patient care, all connected electronically to provide convenience for our patients, across the region by Ochsner’s 40 owned, managed and affiliated hospitals and specialty hospitals and more than 100 health centers and urgent care centers. As Louisiana’s leading healthcare educator, Ochsner Health and its partners educate thousands of healthcare professionals annually. Ochsner Health is innovating healthcare by investing in new technologies and research to make world-class care more accessible, affordable, convenient and effective. Ochsner’s team of more than 32,000 employees and more than 4,500 providers are working to reinvent the future of health and wellness in the region.
