Orthopedics - Sports Medicine Physician

Sports Medicine / Generalist Orthopedic Physician opening : Covington, LA - Located 40m to New Orleans and 1hr to Baton Rouge Position Details Full-time, permanent Hospital employed Multi Specialty group Seeking an Orthopedic Physician to practice out of our Bone and Joint Clinic Generalist or Sports Medicine Provides leadership and medical direction for the Physician's Network Participate in the development and support of the Physicians Network Maintain clinic schedules as noted in contractual agreement. Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 20 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise. Physical Effort required : - Constant (67%-100%) - handling / feeling, talking, hearing, seeing - Frequently (34%-66%)- reaching - Occasionally (1%-33%)- lifting, carrying, pushing / pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching Minimum Qualifications : Must be licensed by the Louisiana State board of Medical Examiners to practice medicine. Current BLS, and ALS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to : - Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off (ALS required by specialty only) Company Overview High performing, 5-Star health system in attractive community on north shore of Lake Pontchartrain across from New Orleans.