Section Head, Pediatric Nephrology in New Orleans, Louisiana - Ochsner Health

Description

Were seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Nephrologist for an exciting opportunity to serve as Section Head of Pediatric Nephrology at Ochsner Hospital for Children in New Orleans, Louisiana. The successful candidate will develop and lead a comprehensive pediatric kidney care program within Ochsners Healths regional health system, the largest not-for-profit academic health system in the Gulf South.

Key responsibilities of this position include:

Leadership and Program Development

• Collaborate with Departmental leaders to develop and lead an integrated regional pediatric nephrology program.
• Opportunity for qualified candidates to develop a pediatric kidney transplant program to complement existing pediatric liver, heart, and bone marrow transplant programs.

Clinical Care

• Provide inpatient and outpatient kidney care for children with acute, chronic and end-stage renal disease.
• Partner with medical and surgical colleagues to serve children with complex conditions in multidisciplinary programs.

Teaching and Research

• Teach medical students, residents, and allied health students.
• Clinical and translational research opportunities abound for qualified candidates.
• Academic appointment commensurate with experience.

Interested physicians can submit an online application by visiting or fill out a lead form by clicking Physician & APP Interest Form | Ochsner Health.

If you would like more information about our program or would like to discuss this position with Dr. William Billy Lennarz, System Chair of Pediatrics, and Dr. Ryan Himes, System Associate Chair of Pediatrics, please contact Courtney Lawhun, Physician Recruiter, at