Geriatrics Physician

                                                                                                     GERIATRICS PHYSICIAN

BSWH Temple, TX is seeking a Geriatrics Physician to join our outstanding General Internal Medicine care program. 

Joining the Baylor Scott & White Health team of medical professionals is a calling that is both fulfilling and rewarding. Our culture thrives in a physician-led spirit of excellence. Becoming a member of our multidisciplinary team grants you access to collegiality, innovation and advanced resources in technology. National and regional recognition of our hospitals by U.S. News & World Report is a reflection of our talent and commitment to advanced quality care that is safe and humane.

• This is an employed career opportunity with a generous benefits package that offers work-life stabilize, a competitive salary, productivity bonus, moving allowance, and no state income tax.
• We are looking for a matched team player with a favorable work/ training history.
• The ideal candidate should be focused on quality, and be able to effectively partner with referring physicians, agencies and other professionals to provide optimum patient care within our award-winning integrated health care system.

Highlights of the Opportunity:

• Smaller patient panels with longer appointment times
• Work with a large support team to impact your patient’s outcomes
• Competitive quality-based incentive compensation model (not RVU based)
• Outpatient clinic with flexible schedule
• Interaction with medical students and academic appointment available
• Opportunity for hospital teaching service available but not a requirement
• Preference for physician who is comfortable with complex patients

CTX Physician Benefits - Our competitive benefits package includes the following:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• 457(f) savings plan with employer contribution
• CME reimbursement and paid time off
• Excellent Relocation Assistance packages

About Temple, Texas:

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple is a 640-bed hospital in the heart of Central Texas and is the only Level I Trauma Center between Dallas and Austin. The facility is ranked as a Top 5 Major Teaching Hospital in the U.S. in Forbes/Merative 2022 rankings. Temple and McLane Children's make up the Magnet-designated Temple healthcare region.

Attractions: You won't have to go far to get the perfect photo opportunity in Temple, where fields of vibrant blue, pink and yellow decorate the landscape. Make a quick shopping trip in revitalized Downtown Temple, where there are plenty of boutiques and antiques. 

Family Friendly: Temple and nearby Killeen are home to excellent school districts with small class sizes. Many of Killeen's high schools have been recognized by the U.S. News & World Report's Best High School rankings. Little ones can have plenty of fun and learn at the Temple Children's Museum.

Quality of Life: The average cost of living is 30% lower than the national average in Temple, giving you more for your dollar. You'll love living the serene lifestyle, where there's plenty of outdoor fun. A quick hour's drive south will take you straight to the bright lights of Austin.

Arts & Culture: Learn about Temple's history with the Santa Fe Railway at the Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum. While there, visit the beautiful Santa Fe Gardens and plaza nearby. Discover the best of Temple's art scene at the Cultural Activities Center.

Contact Deborah Dixon, CPRP, Senior Physician Recruiter deborah.dixon@bswhealth.org.  Apply online at http://jobs.bswhealth.com

Qualifications:

• Doctorate Degree in Medicine
• Licensed to Practice Medicine in the state of Texas by the Texas Medical Board
• Where Applicable- Employee shall be currently board certified in his or her specialty or demonstrate active pursuit of board certification as defined by the appropriate specialty board of the American Board of Medical Specialties or the Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists

Five of our hospitals made Healthgrades’ America’s 250 Best Hospitals list, indicating they are in the top 5% in the nation for overall clinical excellence.