Job Description
We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! Under the direction of the Associate Medical Director (AMD), the Chair serves in a local strategic leadership role. The Chair will collaborate with senior leadership including the Chief Operating Officer (COO), Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) along with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers within their region to deliver quality care in a patient focused environment. Ochsner Health is an integrated healthcare system with more than 36,000 employees and over 4,600 employed and affiliated physicians in over 90 medical specialties and subspecialties. It operates 47 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers across Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and the Gulf South. Required- Board certified or eligible for certification in physician's primary specialty Preferred- Experience using and supporting Epic's Electronic Medical Record System Lead efforts locally for the use of clinical data to proactively monitor, revise and develop best practice guidelines to improve patient outcomes. adoption of effective solutions and advance innovative patient care. Identify and pursue the use/advancement of digital care technologies in ways that add value to our organization. Partner with local C-Suite and RMD to develop strategic initiatives supporting clinical and business objectives. Actively supports the VPMA in presenting information to local hospital boards. Demonstrates a clear understanding of national and regional trends and how these are likely to affect provider supply, patient expectations, and reimbursement. Demonstrates an ability to make a case convincingly and effectively for behavior change with physicians. Maintains a clear understanding and commitment to success as defined by a collective performance. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. Ochsner Health ( is the leading not-for-profit healthcare provider in the Gulf South, delivering expert care at its 46 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers. News & World Report has recognized Ochsner as the No. 1 hospital in Louisiana. Additionally, Ochsner Children's has been recognized as the No. 1 hospital for kids in Louisiana for three consecutive years. Ochsner inspires healthier lives and stronger communities through a combination of standard-setting expertise, quality and connection not found anywhere else in the region. In 2023, Ochsner Health cared for more than 1.5 million people from every state in the nation and 65 countries. Ochsner's workforce includes more than 38,000 dedicated team members and over 4,700 employed and affiliated physicians. Ochsner Health is proud to be an Employer of Choice. Ranked one of Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity of 202 ( 4 Becker's Healthcare listed Ochsner Health as 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare ( Awarded Culture Awards for Purpose and Values and Healthcare Industry by Top Workplace ( The Top Workplaces USA award is based entirely on feedback from an employee engagement survey completed by the employees of participating workplaces. Ochsner Health named to Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Parents and Families 2023 ( All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website. Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at (select option 1) or contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.