Pediatric Emergency Medicine Assistant Director in Austin, TX

Company:TeamHealth

Professions/Specialties:Medical Director,Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Location:Austin, Texas, United States

Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent

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Job Description

Looking to advanced your career in leadership in a city you'll love? TeamHealth is hiring a pediatric emergency medicine (PEM) assistant facility medical director at St. David's Children's Hospital in Austin, Texas. This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role while living in one of the most sought-after cities in the country. Austin offers the best of both worlds: live music, lakes, festivals, outdoor adventure, and no state income tax.

The Role: Lead With Impact

Partner with an experienced and highly respected facility medical director in a collaborative, well-supported leadership structure
Assistant director position in a 10-bed, pediatric-only emergency department
Low 50s daily census with a balanced and manageable patient load
24 hours of physician coverage daily (two, 12-hour shifts)
12 hours of APC coverage daily
Supported by a dedicated pediatric OR, an 8-bed medical/surgical unit, and a 6-bed PICU
24/7 pediatric hospitalist and intensivist coverage
Located 15 minutes north of downtown in The Domain- a vibrant, upscale neighborhood full of shops, dining, and green space

Compensation and Perks

Competitive clinical pay (flat hourly rate + year-end incentive)
Monthly director stipend + night shift differentials
Lucrative sign-on bonus
W2 status with a full benefits package
Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
No state income tax (more in your pocket!)

Support, Growth & Balance

Full-time defined as 120 hours/m built-in work-life balance
Leadership and career growth within TeamHealth�s national network
More than 300,000 CME hours via the TeamHealth Institute
Access to TeamHealth�s clinician wellness and referral programs
Practice with confidence as part of our Patient Safety Organization

This is more than a leadership title - it�s a chance to help shape pediatric emergency care in a growing community, while enjoying a lifestyle that�s hard to beat. Step into leadership. Stay for the lifestyle. Apply today.

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- Live and work in Austin
- Monthly director stipend
- Sign-on bonus
- No state income tax
- W2 employee model with excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401k, and supplemental retirement plan
- Flexible scheduling
- Excellent compensation
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- More than 300,000 CME hours available through the TeamHealth Institute
- Extraordinary network of clinicians and potential career growth opportunities

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About TeamHealth St. David's Children's Hospital

The children's hospital is part of St. David's HealthCare, one of the largest health systems in Texas, which includes seven of the area's leading hospitals. The organization has received the coveted Malcolm Baldrige National Quality award and is the third-largest private employer in the Austin area.

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Austin in Brief
Austin is made up of a diverse blend of cultures and lifestyles; it has a reputation for being an open, accepting city. As the capital of Texas and home to the University of Texas, government and education often take center stage. Austin boasts a high quality of life, and is often referred to as Silicon Hills, due to its many high-tech companies.

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Education. The Austin School District is committed to preparing students for future challenges; A Universe of Opportunity for Every Child is its slogan.
Real Estate. Austin housing options range from the affordable to the extravagant; the median price of Austin real estate in just under $200,000.
Family. A plethora of family-focused events and programs make Austin a fabulous area for parents and children.
Culture. Austin is a mecca for those who love culture, given its rich music scene, numerous museums and vast performing arts offerings.
Recreation. Austin residents enjoy outdoor activities at 206 parks, 12 preserves and 26 greenbelts as well as on and around the seven Highland Lakes.
Weather. Austin features a subtropical climate, with warm summers and relatively mild winters.

Austin Fun Fact
In 1937, the country’s first public housing project was built in Austin, spearheaded by new Congressman Lyndon B. Johnson.

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