Obstetrics Physician
Company: Ochsner Health
Location: Shreveport
Posted on: January 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport and Louisiana State University
Health Sciences Center- Shreveport are currently seeking a
Palliative Medicine Physician to join our team. This position will
serve in the Department of Medicine under the direction of the
Chair, Steven Bailey, MD. Must be BC/BE and be eligible for a
Louisiana license. Practicing and teaching the fundamental skills
of palliative care, such as: Enhancing the quality of life for
patients and their families when confronting serious or life
changing illness, Addressing complex symptom management, Minimizing
other domains of human suffering by providing psychosocial,
existential and spiritual support to patients and their families,
Assisting with communication, advanced care planning and
end-of-life decision making that addresses the values and goals of
the patient, Ensuring a continuum of care across various clinical
settings during the trajectory of illness Managing pain control,
alleviation of psychosocial distress, provide support for spiritual
concerns and meet the practical needs of the patient throughout the
continuum of health care. Improving a patient's and his or her
family's access to information that can help them to understand the
patient's condition and the range of treatment options available.
Coordination of care across different settings by facilitating
communication among providers, especially as changes occur in the
patient's condition and needs. Highlights of the Position: Our
health sciences center is home to the School of Medicine, School of
Graduate Studies and School of Allied Health Professions and a
robust research enterprise. More than 800 students are enrolled in
the degree programs at any one time. Additionally, nearly 600
residents and fellows are trained each year. Collegial and
multidisciplinary team of physicians and nurses to collaborate on a
customized plan of care for each patient. Physician leadership and
input at all levels of administration. EPIC medical record platform
utilized Compensation and Benefits: Salary is commensurate with
experience and training Generous Health, Dental and Vision
Insurance Life Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Accidental
Death & Dismemberment Insurance Flexible Spending Account Optional
Retirement Plans
Keywords: Ochsner Health, Shreveport , Obstetrics Physician, Healthcare , Shreveport, Louisiana
