Pediatrics - Developmental-Behavioral - Physician

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX | Cedar Park, TX

Facility: Dell Children's Medical Group Far West | Dell Children's Medical Group Cedar Park

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 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 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.

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

How you'll make an impact in this role

Join the world-class team at Dell Children’s Medical Center in vibrant Austin, Texas, as a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, where your expertise will shape the future of specialized pediatric care for children across Central Texas.

• Deliver compassionate, specialized care to children with complex developmental and behavioral needs, directly improving the quality of life for patients and their families.

• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team of physicians, psychiatrists, and dedicated clinic support staff to design and execute holistic, integrated treatment plans.

• Mentor and educate the next generation of medical professionals by actively participating in the Graduate Medical Education (GME) program.

• Manage weekday clinical operations and dedicated clinic-only call, ensuring consistent, reliable, and high-quality access to care for our growing community.

About the Practice

• 2 fellowship trained MDs, 1 Psychiatrist, Occupational and Speech Therapists, full clinic support staff
• Outpatient, weekday clinic
• Clinic call only
• Physician choice in schedule templates
• Strong referral network
• Dell Children's 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 qualifications 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 you'll need

No additional preferences

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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Visa Eligibility

None