Pediatrics - Physician

Your future role at a glance

Specialty:

Pediatrics
Subspecialty Interest:

Developmental Behavioral

Schedule:

Monday through Friday
Practice Detail:

2 MDs, 1 Psychiatrist, full clinic support staff
EMR System:

Athena
Facility:

Cedar Park Medical Office Building, Far West

Location:

Austin, TX;
Cedar Park, TX
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 99,000+ 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
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you'll make an impact in this role

Ascension Seton is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician to join our Dell Children's Medical Center team! New fellowship graduates or experienced physicians are encouraged to apply. Join our team and experience why our community loves Dell Children's so much. We truly are special!

Position Highlights:
Clinic call only
Weekday clinic
Established practice with dedicated and passionate staff
Opportunity to participate in Graduate Medical Education
Generous PTO and CME
Holistic benefits package including paid parental leave and adoption assistance
Qualifying organization for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Responsibilities:
Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Coordinates discharge planning with case management.
Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested.
Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.
Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.
About Dell Children's
Dell Children’s Medical Center (DCMC) is a

299
-bed

freestanding

pediatric facility

with

Pediatric Level I Trauma Center, Level IV Epilepsy Center, Level IV NICU, Special Delivery Unit, Texas Center for Pediatric Congenital Heart Disease, and Inpatient Psychiatry Mental Health Unit.

Our second location, DCMC North, opened in the spring of 2022 as a 36 - bed hospital.
DCMC is in the Ascension Healthcare Network, the nation's largest nonprofit health system.

Our mission is to be a center of excellence for children’s health with a strong alliance of expert personnel, facilities and other specialty resources.

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