Physician - Pediatric GI - Full Time Academic

Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport and Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center – Shreveport invite applications for a BC/BE Pediatric Gastroenterologist to join the Division of Gastroenterology within the Department of Pediatrics.

This is a rewarding opportunity to become part of a collaborative academic team dedicated to delivering exceptional care, advancing research, and training the next generation of physicians. We are seeking a full-time physician at the Assistant or Associate Professor level.

Candidates must be eligible for a Louisiana medical license. This role offers a balanced mix of inpatient and outpatient general gastroenterology care, along with opportunities to teach residents and medical students and participate in meaningful research initiatives.

Clinical responsibilities include weekly teaching in GI outpatient clinics, performing endoscopic procedures in our on-site endoscopy center, and providing inpatient consult services.

The ideal candidate will bring a broad knowledge of pediatric gastroenterology, a passion for high-quality patient care, and a commitment to academic and scholarly growth.

Highlights of the Position: Level III + S Neonatal Intensive Care Unit – 40-bed unit 23-bed pediatric inpatient ward and a 14-bed pediatric intensive care unit One of only 8 hospitals in the nation affiliated with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Children’s Clinical Research Center featuring a dedicated 3-bed clinical trial unit and laboratory supporting 10–12 NIH- and industry-sponsored trials annually (inpatient and outpatient) A thriving health sciences center with Schools of Medicine, Graduate Studies, and Allied Health Professions, supported by a robust research enterprise More than 1,100 students enrolled across programs and nearly 600 residents and fellows trained annually A collegial, multidisciplinary team of physicians and nurses collaborating on individualized patient care Strong physician leadership with input at all levels of administration EPIC electronic medical record system J-1 and H-1B visa candidates are welcome to apply Compensation and Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with training and experience Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Life insurance Long-term disability insurance Accidental death & dismemberment insurance Flexible spending account Optional retirement plans Generous vacation / scheduled time off Ready to Make a Lasting Impact?

Join a mission-driven academic environment where your expertise, teaching, and compassion will shape the future of pediatric care. Apply today and grow your career with Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport! Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site.

Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C. Ochsner 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.”

The Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana provides healthcare to more than 140,000 patients across North Louisiana with 600,000 clinic visits annually.

There are more than 20 locations, including North Louisiana’s only Level I Trauma Center and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center at its acute care hospital, a newly renovated hospital with women's and children's services in Shreveport, La. and an acute care hospital in Monroe, La. designated as a Level III Trauma Center.

Ochsner LSU Health has more than 4,200 employees that work alongside the Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport Physician Group of 950 physicians and residents in more than 65 specialties and subspecialties.