Physician - Chair of Radiation Oncology

About Ochsner Health

Since opening our doors in 1942, our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate has never changed. We believe that every award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped is a testament to our dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

Ochsner Health is the leading not-for-profit healthcare provider in the Gulf South, delivering expert care across 46 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and beyond. For 12 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has recognized Ochsner as the No. 1 hospital in Louisiana, and Ochsner Children's has been recognized as the No. 1 hospital for kids in Louisiana for three consecutive years. In 2023 alone, we cared for more than 1.5 million people from every state in the nation and 65 countries.

We are proud to be an Employer of Choice, ranked one of Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity of 2024 and a 2023 Top Workplace in the USA. Our culture is built on purpose and values, earning us recognition as a Great Place to Work and a top workplace for parents and families.

About the Role

Under the direction of the Associate Medical Director, the Chair serves in a local strategic leadership role. This position is vital for ensuring that our mission translates into action on the ground. You will collaborate with senior leadership, including the Chief Operating Officer, Chief Nursing Officer, and Chief Executive Officer, to lead Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers within your region.

Your focus will be on delivering quality care in a patient-focused environment. You will lead local efforts to utilize clinical data for monitoring and developing best practice guidelines, promote the standardization of clinical processes, and identify opportunities to advance digital care technologies. By partnering with local C-Suite leaders, you will help develop strategic initiatives that support both clinical and business objectives, while actively supporting the presentation of information to local hospital boards.

This role requires a leader who can effectively coach others on leadership style and self-management, make a compelling case for behavior change with physicians, and maintain a clear understanding of national and regional trends affecting provider supply and reimbursement. You will also be actively involved in advancing standards of professionalism through state, regional, and national organizations.

Hiring Process & Application

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today to join a team where every employee matters.

Please note that Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on our careers website. If you are interested in this role, please refer to the specific job description to determine whether the position is remote or on-site. Please be aware that individuals residing in Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C. are not eligible for remote work positions.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Ochsner Health 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. We are committed to maintaining a Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, ensuring patient and employee safety and privacy.