Physician - Stroke/Vascular Neurologist

Ascension Healthcare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Stroke/Vascular Neurologist to join its team in Austin, Texas. This role offers the opportunity to work in a focused inpatient practice within a renowned medical center, contributing to a comprehensive stroke network. You will evaluate and treat patients, coordinate care with case management, and participate in academic programs. Join a mission-driven organization that empowers its associates to make a positive impact in the community while providing exceptional medical services. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate professional looking to advance their career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits with employer match

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Community service opportunities

Qualifications

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Neurology required.
• Experience in stroke management and inpatient care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with appropriate diagnostic skills.
• Participate in academic programs and ensure quality of care.
• Coordinate discharge planning and manage patient referrals.

Skills

Medical diagnostic skills

Treatment planning

Patient evaluation

Coordination with case management

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)

Tools

Compass (Cerner)

Job description

Details

+ Specialty: Neurology

+ Subspecialty Interest: Stroke/Vascular Neurohospitalist

+ Schedule: Full-time

+ Practice Detail: Supported by neurology resident team for hospital inpatient consults/admits

+ EMR System: Compass (Cerner)

+ Facility: Dell Seton Medical Center at UT (DSMCUT) and Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin (ASMCA)

+ Location: Austin, TX

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

Responsibilities

Ascension Seton is looking for a Board Certified/Board Eligible Stroke/Vascular Neurologist to join Seton Brain and Spine Institute with a fast-growing Austin Texas market.

This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with Ascension Seton to provide medical services to patients.

Position Highlights:

+ Focused inpatient practice in central Austin at Dell Seton Medical Center (DSMCUT) and Ascension Seton Medical Center (ASMCA) with participation in stroke network support

+ Daily rounds on patients; predominantly consult service

+ May include limited outpatient stroke clinic presence

+ DSMCUT is a Level I Trauma Center (ACS) and Comprehensive Stroke Center (DNV)

+ ASMCA is a Level IV Trauma Center (Texas DSHS) and thrombectomy-capable or PSC+ (DNV)

+ ASW is an established DNV thrombectomy-capable or PSC+ in North Austin

+ ASH is an established DNC PSC in South Austin

+ Faculty Appointment with Dell Medical School available

+ Dell Medical School Neurosurgery Residency Affiliation

Responsibilities:

1. Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Coordinates discharge planning with case management.
2. Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
3. Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
4. Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested.
5. Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.
6. Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.

Requirements

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

Required Credential(s):

• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Texas Medical Board.

Education:

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

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Seton, based in Austin, Texas, has provided thousands of associates and caregivers a rewarding career in healthcare since 1902. Ascension Seton operates more than 100 clinical locations in Central Texas and four teaching hospitals, including Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas and Dell Children's Medical Center. Join us and create a career path you will love.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.