Physician, Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon

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! 

Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon
Location: Greater New Orleans Region
Organization: Ochsner Health – Department of Orthopedic Surgery
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!
Position Overview
Ochsner Health is seeking a Board-Certified or Board eligible Orthopedic Surgeon with fellowship training in Foot and Ankle Surgery to join our growing Orthopedic Surgery team. This is a clinical and academic-focused role within an integrated healthcare system, offering the opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, participate in education, and contribute to research initiatives. Ochsner Health is an integrated healthcare system with more than 36,000 employees and over 4,600 employed and affiliated physicians in over 90 medical specialties and subspecialties. It operates 47 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers across Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and the Gulf South.

Position Highlights

• Focused practice in foot and ankle surgery
• Collaboration with a team of orthopedic surgeons and podiatrists
• Opportunities for teaching medical students & residents
• Participation in clinical research (encouraged)
• Supported by a team of orthopedic professionals, advanced practice providers, medical assistants, and certified therapists
• Clinical locations include:
  • Ochsner Hospital for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
  • Ochsner Medical Center (Greater New Orleans area)
• Shared call rotation at Ochsner Medical Center

Qualifications

• Board Certification or Board eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• Fellowship training in Foot and Ankle Surgery
• Eligible for or currently licensed to practice in Louisiana
• Commitment to excellent clinical care, teamwork, and patient experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and training
• Paid vacation, holidays, and CME
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Additional wellness programs supporting physical, mental, and financial health
• Retirement plans (401k, 403b, and 457b)
• Relocation assistance
• Malpractice and tail insurance coverage

Why Ochsner Health?

• Flexible scheduling for work-life balance
• Physician-led, integrated health system
• EPIC electronic health record system across all locations
• AI documentation technology offered
• Large internal referral network and multi-specialty collaboration
• Opportunities in academic teaching, research, and community engagement
• Culture of innovation, excellence, and inclusion

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, pregnancy status, pregnancy-related conditions, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, age, veteran status, military status, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation, unemployment status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. These protections extend to applicants and all employment related decisions.

How to Apply

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today! Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.

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

Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or [email protected].

This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. 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.

Sorry, we are unable to accept visa sponsorships at this time.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.

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 Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users.  If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or [email protected]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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.