What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician - Cognitive Neurologist - Full Time Academic position at Ochsner LSU Health?
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport and Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center- Shreveport are currently seeking a Cognitive Specialist to join our outstanding Academic Neurology department and dynamic team. Must be BC/BE and be eligible for a Louisiana license. Leadership opportunities available to qualified candidates.
Key Responsibilities:
- Delivering high-quality clinical care to patients with neurological conditions.
- Medical student and Neurology resident education, including supervision in clinics, grand rounds, and didactic conferences.
- Participation in departmental activities and contributing to the growth of the Dementia program.
- Mentoring and providing clinical expertise to faculty and residents.
- Large patient volume potential and leadership potential. Louisiana has the 5th highest Alzheimer’s mortality rate in the US and North Louisiana has a particularly large burden of disease. Potential to be the expert in the field in this region.
Resources & Facilities:
- Dedicated Infusion Center
- Multi-disciplinary Care
- Academic Medical department with the largest concentration of Subspecialty Neurologists in the Ark-La-Tex region.
- School of Medicine Faculty and collaborations with the Graduate School and Allied Health
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary package, including a guaranteed base salary.
- Supplemental pay based on productivity and potential grant funding.
- Opportunities for academic and professional development.
- J-1 visa sponsorship is available.
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