Job Description
Your future role at a glance
Location: Austin, TX
Facility: 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 Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Destination 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
Shape the future of pediatric hematology in Austin, Texas, by leading and expanding specialized thrombosis and benign hematology care within a rapidly growing, academic tertiary children's hospital.
Lead specialized clinical care for children and adolescents facing complex thrombosis, thrombophilia, and benign hematologic conditions, delivering compassionate, family-centered treatment.
Shape institutional protocols and quality improvement initiatives in pediatric thrombosis management to continuously elevate safety and care standards across the hospital.
Champion multidisciplinary collaboration with cardiology, surgery, and critical care teams to optimize anticoagulation stewardship and ensure seamless perioperative thrombosis prevention.
Mentor the next generation of medical trainees and students at Dell Medical School, fostering a culture of continuous learning and academic excellence.
Drive clinical innovation by participating in or leading research initiatives that advance the field of benign hematology and improve long-term patient outcomes.
- Collaborate with 13 expert, board certified Pediatric Hematology-Oncology physicians
About the Hospital
- Dell Children's Medical Center has been recognized for its exceptional pediatric care, earning seven national specialty rankings in the U.S. News & World Report's 2025-2026 Best Children's Hospitals list.
- As the clinical partner site for Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin, we play an active role in the education and training of future physicians.
- Dell Children's, the only Pediatric Level I Trauma Center in the region, serves 46 Counties in and around central Texas
- Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
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
- Demonstrated interest or experience in thrombosis, hemostasis, or vascular medicine preferred
- Strong commitment to multidisciplinary care, education, and quality improvement
Equal employment opportunity employer
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