ASSISTANT PROFESSOR / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR (GENERAL SURGERY)

Position Number : 00054722

Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.

Location Code : 449860000 SURGERY / FULL TIME - Clinical Ed. Bldg / Medical School

Location City : New Orleans

School / Division : MEDICAL SCHOOL

Department : Surgery

Position Summary

The Division of General Surgery at LSU Department of Surgery New Orleans invites qualified individuals to apply for a full-time position as an attending general surgeon within the Division of General Surgery.

Applicants must have completed an accredited residency in general surgery and must be board certified / eligible (or equivalent) in general surgery.

A strong background in minimally invasive surgery or completion of a fellowship in minimally invasive surgery is encouraged.

The major responsibilities will reside at the University Medical Center New Orleans, LA. Academic appointment in the Department of Surgery at the LSU School of Medicine is offered.

Rank, track, and compensation will depend on qualifications.

The opportunity involves joining a busy, well-established general surgery practice with a focus on minimally invasive and robotic techniques.

In addition to daily rounds and clinical duties, responsibilities will include providing emergency general surgery call coverage at least one time per week.

Applicants should have a strong interest in resident teaching and medical student education. No responsibility for trauma call coverage is expected or required.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education : MD or equivalent

Other Required Education : Completion of an accredited residency program in General Surgery

Certifications / Licenses Required : BC / BE (or equivalent) in Surgery; Licensed to practice medicine in Louisiana before date of hire

Preferred Qualifications :

Preferred Experience : A strong background in minimally invasive surgery or completion of a fellowship in minimally invasive surgery

Posting Number : F00708P

Number of Vacancies : 1

Posting End Date : Open Until Filled

LSU Health New Orleans is committed to leveraging diversity as an educational resource and an institutional core value. We seek candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities.

As an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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