Physician - Anesthesiologist - Full Time Academic
Job at a glance
Job description
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport & Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center – Shreveport seeks applicants to join our team at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology, Under the leadership of Wendy K. Bernstein, MD, MBA, FASA, FAMWA.
Are you ready to advance your career in academic anesthesiology? We are seeking enthusiastic physicians to join our thriving Department of Anesthesiology at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor.
Why Join Us
- Collaborative Team: Work alongside 23 dedicated faculty anesthesiologists and 54 CRNAs.
- Vibrant Training Environment: Teach and mentor 32 residents and 3 pain fellows in our fully ACGME-accredited program, plus train future neuroanesthesiologists through our ICPNT-certified fellowship.
- Diverse Clinical Exposure: Care for patients across multiple sites, including our Academic Medical Center, St. Mary Medical Center, Feist-Weiller Cancer Center, and OLHS Regional Urology Ambulatory Surgery Center.
- Robust Academic Community: LSU Health Sciences Center is home to 800+ students across the Schools of Medicine, Graduate Studies, and Allied Health Professions, with nearly 600 residents and fellows trained annually.
- Level I Trauma Center: Be part of the only Level I Trauma Center in the region and one of just two in Louisiana.
Clinical & Teaching Opportunities
Specialty areas available include:
- OB Anesthesia
- Trauma
- Pediatrics
- Regional Anesthesia
- Cardiac
Qualifications
- Board Certified / Board Eligible in Anesthesiology
- Eligible for active Louisiana Medical Licensure
- New graduates welcome – mentorship provided to support early-career faculty
- Strong commitment to teaching, scholarly activity, and patient-centered care
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and training
- Malpractice coverage provided
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life, disability, and AD&D insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Optional retirement plans with institutional contributions
Work & Live in Shreveport
Shreveport offers a comfortable Southern lifestyle with excellent schools, diverse restaurants, and cultural attractions — perfect for families and professionals alike.
Visa sponsorship (J1/H1B) available.
Must be board certified/ board eligible in Anesthesiology and eligible for active Louisiana Medical Licensure. Graduating Anesthesia residents are welcome to apply. The successful candidate will also need to have a strong commitment to an active teaching program and scholarly activities.