Surgery - General Physician

Neurosurgeon Opportunity - Make Your Mark in Southwest Louisiana

CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Lake Charles, Louisiana

Build the practice you want. Join a team that has your back. Make a meaningful impact where it matters most.

CHRISTUS Ochsner Health is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Neurosurgeon to join our growing neurosurgical team in Lake Charles, Louisiana .

This is an exciting opportunity for a neurosurgeon who wants the advantages of a large, innovative health system while enjoying the professional autonomy, collegiality, and quality of life that come with practicing in a vibrant Southwest Louisiana community.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Full-time neurosurgery opportunity with an established regional health system

Shared call with two other neurosurgeons , supporting a collaborative practice environment

Robust spine and cranial surgical volume , with an emphasis on spine

Access to advanced technology, including the Globus Robot and G-arm

Mentorship available for new surgeons looking to grow their practice

Strong regional patient demand and a healthy patient volume

Collaboration with a broad network of specialists throughout the Ochsner Health system

Connection to the Ochsner Neuroscience Institute in New Orleans , providing access to a larger neuroscience network and academic resources

EPIC electronic medical record system for teaching, research, physician leadership, and community service

A Health System Built Around Your Success

At CHRISTUS Ochsner, physicians are supported by an integrated, physician-led organization focused on exceptional patient care and professional growth.

You'll have access to multidisciplinary collaboration, a large internal referral network, innovative clinical resources, and a team committed to helping you deliver outstanding care.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation commensurate with experience and training

Paid vacation, holidays, and CME

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) retirement options

Relocation assistance

Medical malpractice and tail coverage

Louisiana's physician-friendly tort-reform environment

Discover Lake Charles

Located in Southwest Louisiana, Lake Charles offers an exceptional combination of career opportunity and quality of life. Enjoy world-famous Cajun and Creole cuisine, live music, festivals, outdoor recreation, fishing, boating, golf, gaming, and entertainment-all with the welcoming character of a close-knit Louisiana community.

Here, you can build a thriving neurosurgical career without giving up the lifestyle that makes life outside the hospital rewarding.

Your Next Chapter Starts Here

If you're ready to join a collaborative neurosurgical team, grow your practice, and make a lasting difference for patients throughout Southwest Louisiana, we'd love to hear from you.

Live well in Lake Charles

Recruiter: Lynda Corotan

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