Pediatric Infectious Disease Physician

Pediatric Infectious Disease Specialist

Our organization is on the lookout for a physician who is either Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Infectious Disease to become part of our growing team in New Orleans, Louisiana. A passion for Antimicrobial Stewardship is a plus. The Pediatric Infectious Disease division offers both inpatient and outpatient assessment and treatment for children with suspected or confirmed infectious conditions.

About Our Organization:

• Over 85 primary care pediatricians and more than 290 subspecialists across 27 locations in Louisiana and Mississippi.
• Recognized as the regional leader in complex pediatric care, featuring advanced programs in:
  • Congenital heart surgery and cardiac transplantation
  • Liver and bone marrow transplantation
  • Hematology-Oncology and AYA Oncology
  • Advanced Gastroenterology and Hepatology
  • A comprehensive surgical subspecialty group, including craniofacial and advanced spine surgery
  • The Gulf South's only comprehensive developmental pediatrics center

Facilities & Growth:

• 67-bed Level IV NICU
• 14-bed PICU and 12-bed CVICU
• 4-bed NAEC-accredited Level IV Pediatric EMU
• 44-bed Pediatric Acute Care Unit with a dedicated Pediatric Emergency Department
• 24/7 neonatal and pediatric transport team supported by ground, rotary, and fixed-wing aircraft
• Future expansion: A new 5-story Children's Hospital is currently under construction, set to open in late 2027 or early 2028, along with planned enhancements to neonatal services

Education & Research:

• ACGME-accredited pediatric residency program, along with the Ochsner Pediatric Residency Program.
• Opportunities for teaching medical students from Tulane University and the University of Queensland.
• Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine (currently pursuing LCME accreditation).
• Faculty members publish hundreds of research papers annually and lead multi-center studies and clinical trials.

Recognition:

• Regularly featured in S. News & World Report's Top 50 Children's Hospitals for Cardiology and Heart Surgery for multiple consecutive years over the last decade.
• Honored to be recognized as the #1 Children's Hospital in Louisiana.

If you are interested in learning more about our program or discussing this opportunity, please reach out to our recruitment team.

Interested candidates can apply online or complete a lead form through our website.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.