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Job Description & Requirements
Ophthalmologist (Glaucoma) New Orleans
StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $450000.00 - $450000.00
Ophthalmologist – Glaucoma Specialist
Dual Academic Medical Group Opportunity
LSU Health New Orleans Partnered Private Medical Group in Houma, LA
Position Type: Full-Time
Specialty: Glaucoma
Compensation
LSU Health New Orleans, in partnership with a respected private Medical Group in Houma, Louisiana, is seeking a Glaucoma Fellowship–Trained Ophthalmologist to join a unique dual-practice role. This rare opportunity allows you to divide your time between an established private setting and a vibrant academic environment—truly offering the best of both worlds.
This position blends the autonomy and earning potential of private practice with the educational, research, and collaborative benefits of an academic appointment through LSU.
Schedule & Clinical Expectations
Private Practice Benefits
What Makes New Orleans Special
The festivals, the restaurants and the night life are a few of the main attractions in New Orleans, and there’s always the French Quarter, established by the French in 1718, that is a must go place. Bourbon Street is where the upscale lounges and historic restaurants and jazz clubs are to be found. No wonder the first opera in North America was performed in New Orleans!
Job Benefits
About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
Ophthalmologist, Glaucoma, Ophthalmology, Eye, Eye Care, Eye Injury, Physician, Healthcare, Health Care, Patient Care, Hospital, Medical, Doctor, Md
Ophthalmologist (Glaucoma) New Orleans
StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $450000.00 - $450000.00
Ophthalmologist – Glaucoma Specialist
Dual Academic Medical Group Opportunity
LSU Health New Orleans Partnered Private Medical Group in Houma, LA
Position Type: Full-Time
Specialty: Glaucoma
Compensation
- Base Salary: $450,000
- Sign-On Bonus: $30,000
- Relocation Assistance: $10,000
- Productivity-Based Collection Bonuses Available
LSU Health New Orleans, in partnership with a respected private Medical Group in Houma, Louisiana, is seeking a Glaucoma Fellowship–Trained Ophthalmologist to join a unique dual-practice role. This rare opportunity allows you to divide your time between an established private setting and a vibrant academic environment—truly offering the best of both worlds.
This position blends the autonomy and earning potential of private practice with the educational, research, and collaborative benefits of an academic appointment through LSU.
Schedule & Clinical Expectations
- 4 clinic days per week
- 1 dedicated surgery day per week
- Integrated clinical and academic responsibilities
Private Practice Benefits
- Work in a stable, well-established practice in Houma, LA
- Strong patient volume
- Autonomy in clinical decision-making
- Additional earning potential through collection-based bonuses
- Faculty appointment
- Access to academic resources, research opportunities, and multidisciplinary collaboration
- $450,000 guaranteed base salary
- $30,000 sign-on bonus
- $10,000 relocation stipend
- Productivity bonuses based on collections
- Comprehensive benefits (provided through Medical Group)
- Supportive onboarding and ramp-up process
- Completion of an accredited Ophthalmology residency
- Fellowship training in Glaucoma required
- Eligible for Louisiana medical licensure
- Commitment to high-quality patient care and academic engagement
What Makes New Orleans Special
- Unmatched Culture: Live music, local art, and historic architecture create an atmosphere full of creativity and character.
- Incredible Food Scene: From Creole and Cajun classics to award-winning restaurants, New Orleans is a destination for food lovers.
- Year-Round Events: The city is home to iconic celebrations like Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, and countless weekly festivals.
- Distinct Neighborhoods: Whether you prefer the oak-shaded streets of Uptown or the colorful, artsy Bywater, there’s a neighborhood that fits every lifestyle.
- Strong Community Feel: New Orleans is known for its welcoming, laid-back culture and friendly locals.
- Affordable Living: Compared to many major U.S. cities, the cost of living—especially housing—is more accessible.
- Outdoor Lifestyle: Parks, bayous, and nearby waterways offer plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation.
The festivals, the restaurants and the night life are a few of the main attractions in New Orleans, and there’s always the French Quarter, established by the French in 1718, that is a must go place. Bourbon Street is where the upscale lounges and historic restaurants and jazz clubs are to be found. No wonder the first opera in North America was performed in New Orleans!
Job Benefits
About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
Ophthalmologist, Glaucoma, Ophthalmology, Eye, Eye Care, Eye Injury, Physician, Healthcare, Health Care, Patient Care, Hospital, Medical, Doctor, Md
Salary : $30,000 - $450,000