Physician - General Orthopedic Surgeon - Full Time Academic

Ochsner Clinic Foundation

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Shreveport - North Louisiana Region - Louisiana Until 8/29/2026 First posted June 30, 2026 Last posted June 30, 2026
Job description

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.  We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. 

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters.  Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! 

Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport & LSU Health Sciences Center – Shreveport are seeking a Fellowship - Trained Orthopedic Surgeon in the Department of Orthopedics. Must be eligible for active Louisiana licensure and BC/BE.  This position would be for an Assistant or Associate Professor. 

Highlights of the Position: 

  • Level I Trauma Center, Level II Pediatric Trauma Center – ACS verified
  • 3000+ orthopedic cases per year
  • 17 Faculty Members (Spine, Trauma, Sports Medicine, Hand, General), 20 Residents, 9 APPs 
  • Programs include working with Shriners Hospital for Children & Overton Brooks Veteran Administration Medical Center 
  • High existing volumes 
  • Collegial and multidisciplinary team of physicians and nurses to collaborate on a customized plan of care for each patient. 

This position: 

  • Combines teaching and patient care 
  • Emphasizes teaching and provides vitally important leadership and guidance to medical students and residents.

Compensation and Benefits: 

  • Salary commensurate with experience and training 
  • Relocation 
  • Generous Health, Dental and Vision Insurance 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance 
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance 
  • Flexible Spending Account 
  • Optional Retirement Plans 

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

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About this role

Summary

Combine teaching and patient care in a busy orthopedic surgery department

Job title

Physician - General Orthopedic Surgeon - Full Time Academic

Experience level

fellowship-trained

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

On-site in Shreveport, Louisiana, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

clinical skillsorthopedic surgeryLouisiana medical license eligibility

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

orthopedics
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Shreveport, LA, USA

On-site City