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OCHSNER HEALTH BATON ROUGE – DEPARTMENT OF RHEUMATOLOGY

Ochsner Health Baton Rouge has a FULL-TIME opportunity available for a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible RHEUMATOLOGIST to join its expanding service line covering multiple clinics within the area. At Ochsner Rheumatology Baton Rouge, we believe in practicing medicine at its highest standard—where patient care, innovation, and provider well-being go hand-in-hand. If you are passionate about advancing rheumatology care, improving patient lives, and working in a supportive, forward-thinking environment, Ochsner Rheumatology Baton Rouge is the place for you. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Unique features that make our clinic an exceptional place to grow your career:

WHAT SETS US APART:

• Collaborative Workflow: Our written order guidelines and dedicated support staff (check-in and check-out) streamline patient visits, letting you focus on clinical decision-making.
• Pharmacist Partnership: Work alongside clinical and infusion pharmacists who educate patients, monitor labs, and support the nursing team—freeing you from routine administrative tasks.
• Integrated Social Work: Our in-clinic social worker helps patients overcome social, emotional, and logistical barriers, allowing you to provide truly holistic care.
• Research Opportunities: A dedicated research team handles clinical trial logistics, so you can participate in cutting-edge rheumatology research without extra administrative burden.
• Empowered Support Team: Experienced MAs and LPNs are well-trained in rheumatology, medication safety, and patient education.
• Smart Tools: Utilize our library of smart phrases for consistent, efficient patient communication.
• Patient Advocacy: Our financial assistance program ensures that even patients with limited means can access the therapies they need.
• Big System Benefits: As part of the Ochsner Health System, you’ll have access to resources and support that enable you to provide the best care possible to every patient

WHY CHOOSE OCHSNER HEALTH:

• Flexible schedules to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• 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.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: 

Salary is commensurate with experience and training

• Paid vacation, holidays and CME
• Full benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement options (401k, 403b, and 457b)
• Relocation assistance
• Malpractice and tail insurance
• Louisiana is a tort-reform state

ABOUT OCHSNER HEALTH BATON ROUGE:             

Ochsner Health Baton Rouge is a part of Ochsner Health, a system that delivers health to the people of Louisiana, Mississippi, and the Gulf South with a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate. Ochsner Health is a not-for-profit committed to giving back to the communities it serves through preventative screenings, health and wellness resources and partnerships with innovative organizations that share our vision.  Ochsner's team of more than 26,000 employees and 4,500 providers are working to reinvent the future of health and wellness. 

The Greater Baton Rouge region is home to Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, a full-service, 150-bed facility, Ochsner Cancer Center – Baton Rouge and 13 Ochsner Health Centers across Tangipahoa, Livingston, East Baton Rouge, Ascension and Iberville Parishes.  Nearly 2,000 employees serve our patients in the Greater Baton Rouge area, including more than 180 physicians and Advanced Practice Providers whose collective dedication to patient care is recognized for quality excellence by Becker’s Hospital Review, Healthgrades, Truven Health Analytics and Leapfrog. 

CALLING BATON ROUGE…HOME:

Situated on the Mississippi River, Baton Rouge represents the best of Louisiana’s vibrant culture.  The capital city, located in Southeast Louisiana, is home to over 800,000 residents making it one of the most populous cities in the state.  It is a very family-oriented city with great schools, 2 major universities (Louisiana State University and Southern University), restaurants, shopping, and an abundance of sports and cultural opportunities.  Known for its great people, unique food, and lively music, Baton Rouge has something for everyone!

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