Pediatrics - Hematology Oncology Job at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady in Baton Rouge, LA

Pediatric Hematology Oncology Position with St. Jude Affiliate Clinic

Our Lady of the Lake Children s Hospital and its St. Jude affiliate clinic has an excellent opportunity for a full time BC/BE Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist. This position is joining an established robust practice of six providers; 4 BC Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologists, 2 Physician Assistants and 1 Nurse Practitioner.

Following years of operating within the main Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical center, the OLOL Children's Hospital moved to their new free-standing building in October 2019 where the Pediatric Hematology Oncology Service and the St. Jude Clinic occupy the entire third floor. Everything is conveniently located on one floor dedicated to the needs of their patients and families and providers. 

Features of the opportunity include: 

• Affiliation with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital provides for strong support and clinical and research opportunities.
• Infusion Center Nursing
• Child Life Specialists
• Social Workers
• Oncology Pharmacists
• Dedicated Pediatric Sedation suite
• Pediatric Residency Program
• Tort Reform State

Located on the eastern bank of the Mississippi River,  Baton Rouge  is the capital of Louisiana and its second-largest city. Baton Rouge is home to Louisiana State University, Southern University and is a major industrial, petrochemical, medical, research, motion picture, and growing technology center of the American South. Baton Rouge enjoys a strong economy that has helped the city be ranked as one of the "Top 10 Places for Young Adults" by Portfolio Magazine and one of the top 20 cities in North America for economic strength by Brookings. Just an hour away from New Orleans, Baton Rouge is the perfect city to explore the eclectic culture of Louisiana; and the mild climate, lakes, and coastal access provides for plenty of outdoor activities as well. With a vibrant music and arts scene, a myriad of exciting shopping and dining options, and rich sense of history, Baton Rouge was named the 4th Happiest City in America and is a great place to work and live.