Foot Ankle Orthopedist

WebHealth Network; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement

PTO and holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension Seton in Austin, Texas is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Physician to join our Level 2 Trauma-focused hospital within a nonprofit health system. You will manage a diverse case mix including complex foot & ankle reconstruction, high-acuity trauma, and elite sports medicine, with a 4-day call per month in an inpatient/outpatient setting.

MD or DO license from the Texas Medical Board is required.

Qualifications

• Licensed physician eligible for Texas Medical Board credentialing.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in orthopedic surgery or related specialty.
• Experience with complex foot & ankle procedures and trauma is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex foot & ankle reconstruction including TAR and arthroplasty.
• Manage high-acuity trauma within an integrated trauma system.
• Provide elite sports medicine care for athletes and active patients.

Skills

MD/DO licensure

Board certification

Board eligibility

Education

MD or DO degree

Job description

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

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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