Gastroenterology

Location:  Austin, TX
Facility Name:  Ascension Seton Medical Center
Schedule:  Full time

Productivity incentives:

CME allowance + dedicated CME days
Malpractice coverage with tail

This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Undeserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.

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.

• 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

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated physician to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.

Join an established team of 1 physician and 1 APP

7 on 7 off GI Hospitalist to fill an existing role

Must be ERCP GI trained and EUS training is a plus but required

Practice setting: Inpatient only with clinic optional but not required

Employed position within a nonprofit health system

Eligible for state medical license and DEA registration

About the Facility

• 521-bed hospital 
• Integrated referral network
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
• Immediate Volume; fully operational practice serving a primary footprint of 2.5 million residents
• State-of-the-Art Facilities:  Modern Ambulatory Surgery Centers and hospital endoscopy suites including latest diagnostic technology

• Newest model scopes and EUS machine onsite and Third Space Endoscopy being done onsite

   

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service

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.

Equal employment opportunity employer

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