Pediatrics Infectious Disease

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid tuition assistance

Academic appointment potential

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

Ascension's Dell Children's Medical Center, in partnership with Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin, is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Pediatric Infectious Disease physician to join our growing division. The role offers a faculty appointment at Dell Medical School at UT Austin.

You will provide outpatient and inpatient consultations, collaborate with teams caring for immunocompromised patients, and participate in antimicrobial stewardship and infection control.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Infectious Disease.
• MD or DO required with Texas licensure before hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient infectious disease consultations and infusion services.
• Inpatient service consultation across PICU, NICU, and general pediatric units.
• Collaborate with teams treating immunocompromised patients (Hematology/Oncology, Nephrology, Cardiovascular).
• Lead or participate in antimicrobial stewardship, infection prevention, and outcomes committees.
• Academic appointment through Dell Medical School at UT Austin.

Skills

Pediatric Infectious Disease expertise

Team collaboration

Clinical service delivery

Education

MD or DO

Texas Medical Board license or eligibility

Job description

Benefits Statement

• 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

Job Description

Dell Children's Medical Center, in partnership with Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin, is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Pediatric Infectious Disease physician to join our growing division. This role offers a faculty appointment at Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin.

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Consultation, infusion services and International Travel services provided in the outpatient Infectious Disease clinic


• Inpatient service consultation across all general pediatric units, PICU, NICU, and CCU


• Collaborate with teams caring for immunocompromised patients including Hematology/Oncology, Nephrology, and Cardiovascular


• Team serves in leadership roles for Antimicrobial Stewardship, Infection Control and Prevention, and Evidence Based Outcomes committees


• Academic appointment through Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin


• Research opportunities in invasive fungal infections, diagnostic stewardship, Kawasaki disease, bone and joint infection outcomes, health services, and value based care.

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


• 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

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  
  
  
  • Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Texas Medical Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  
  
  
  

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

Work Experience

• Expertise in immunocompromised and transplant medicine

Why Join Our Team

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.

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