Nuclear Medicine Physician

Ochsner Health’s Department of Radiology offers a full spectrum of radiological services provided by nationally recognized subspecialized radiologists. We offer a full array of diagnostic and treatment procedures using some of the most advanced technology available.  We are also one of the leading radiologic academic centers in the Gulf South, with high clinical volumes across all sub-specialties.

This position includes coverage at Ochsner Medical Center New Orleans - Jefferson Highway (a tertiary / quaternary academic medical center), the Benson Cancer Center, and 3 Ochsner South Shore community hospitals, including Ochsner Kenner Medical Center, the site of our Neuroendocrine Tumor program.   In addition to diagnostic nuclear medicine and PET/CT, Ochsner also performs nuclear medicine therapeutic procedures and has a cyclotron at Ochsner Medical Center New Orleans.

• Part time or Full time
• Duties include day time coverage of outpatient and hospital inpatient diagnostic examinations and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures from Ochsner New Orleans South Shore hospitals, outpatient facilities, and urgent care centers.
• Resident supervision and academic responsibilities are required at Ochsner Medical Center New Orleans - Jefferson Highway.
• If dual board certified (American Board of Radiology and American Board of Nuclear Medicine), radiologists provide in house coverage for approximately 1 in 8 weekends and one late shift (12 noon – 8 pm) per month
• If not dual board certified by the American Board of Radiology and American Board of Nuclear Medicine, there is currently no after hours or weekend coverage requirement (with commensurate salary adjustment)
• After hours ED coverage provided by Ochsner employed Emergency Radiologists
• IR coverage provided by Ochsner employed Interventional Radiologists
• Potential leadership opportunity (Section Head) for qualified individuals

• Flexible schedules to ensure a healthy work-life balance, include remote opportunities.
• Integrated health care delivery model with multi-specialty collaboration, large internal referral network and innovative resources dedicated to improving patient care and your ease of practice.
• Physician-led organization that ensures our providers are given the tools and support needed to care for patients. 
• Professional development opportunities in teaching, research, physician leadership and community service.
• EPIC medical record platform utilized throughout the health system to enhance flexibility in patient management.

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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.