Foot Ankle Orthopedist

ACFAS; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME allowance

Tail malpractice coverage

Health coverage

Retirement plan

PTO & Holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Ascension Seton in Austin, TX is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Physician to join a nonprofit health system. You will lead complex foot and ankle reconstruction, manage high-acuity trauma, and provide elite sports medicine care within an integrated care model serving a large population.

Employed full-time with CME allowance, tail malpractice coverage, and comprehensive benefits. Inpatient and outpatient duties include a 4-day call/month, with opportunities for professional growth and

Qualifications

• Licensed MD/DO physician with Texas Medical Board credentials.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in a relevant specialty.
• Experience in complex foot and ankle surgery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex foot & ankle reconstruction procedures.
• Manage high-acuity trauma cases within an integrated system.
• Provide elite sports medicine care for ligamentous injuries and osteochondral lesions.
• Participate in inpatient and outpatient services with a 4-day call/month.

Skills

Board certification status

Education

MD or DO degree

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, Texas

Facility Name: Ascension Seton
Schedule: Full-Time

CME allowance + CME days
Malpractice coverage with tail

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

How you'll make an impact in this role

Step into a practice designed for a specialist who thrives on clinical variety and surgical complexity. You will manage a diverse case mix including:

• Complex Foot & Ankle Reconstruction: Lead interventions for end-stage arthritis, Charcot neuroarthropathy, and total ankle replacements (TAR) utilizing the latest prosthetic technology.

• High-Acuity Trauma: Manage pilon fractures, calcaneal trauma, and complex Lisfranc injuries within an integrated trauma system.

• Elite Sports Medicine: Provide cutting-edge care for ligamentous repairs, syndesmotic instability, and osteochondral lesions for a high-performance patient population.

• Call structure: 4 days of call required/month

• Practice setting: inpatient and outpatient

• Employed position within a nonprofit health system

• Board Certified or Board Eligible Physician

About the Facility

• Approximately 150 bed hospital

• Approximately 30 bed ICU

• Level 2 Trauma in a large hospital (ASMCA)

• Serving a population of over 1 million people

• Integrated referral network

• 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.

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

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.

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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