Your future role at a glance
Location: Austin, TX
Facility Name: Strictly Pediatrics, Dell Children's Medical Center
Schedule: Full-Time
Sign-on bonuses
Malpractice coverage with tail
$7000 CME allowance and dedicated CME days
Guaranteed salary
This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits that help you thrive
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
How you’ll make an impact in this role
Shape the future of pediatric heart-liver care where top-tier academic medicine meets compassionate, cutting-edge clinical practice. Dell Children’s Medical Center, in collaboration with Dell Medical School is seeking an expert in Pediatric Hepatology to join the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology. Bring your expertise in Pediatric Hepatology to a team dedicated to giving young heart patients their best, healthiest tomorrows.
Responsibilities
- Provide specialized hepatology care tailored for complex cardiac patients, directly improving clinical outcomes and quality of life within the expanding congenital heart program.
- Deliver comprehensive general pediatric gastroenterology care to meet growing community needs and elevate overall patient care journeys.
- Partner with multidisciplinary teams across Dell Children’s and Dell Medical School to design seamless care pathways and advance academic and clinical excellence.
- Drive the strategic growth and development of the pediatric liver and GI programs to expand regional access to world-class pediatric specialty care.
About Dell Children’s Medical Center
- Dell Children's Medical Center in Austin is nationally ranked in 7 pediatric subspecialties by U.S. News & World Report, also placing #3 in the Southwest Region
- Nationally ranked at #10 in the country for Pediatric Cardiology and Heart Surgery by U.S. News & World Report
- The Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease is led by world-renowned surgeon Dr. Charles Fraser. The team has achieved historic milestones, including their 50th pediatric heart transplant in early 2026.
- Recognized for outstanding survival rates and complication prevention for complex pediatric heart procedures. The partnership with Dell Medical School at UT Austin allows for recruitment of leading specialists and access to advanced treatments like Berlin Heart support.
- Features an accredited Adult Congenital Heart Disease Program for patients transitioning from pediatric care.
- Only comprehensive children’s heart center in Central Texas
Why Physicians Choose Ascension
- Physician-led, collaborative culture
- Long-term practice stability
- National network with local autonomy
- Mission-centered care rooted in service
What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Licensed Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Texas Medical Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
What additional preferences we're seeking
- Board Certification: Required Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Gastroenterology, with specialized fellowship training or proven expertise in Pediatric Hepatology.
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