Sports Medicine Orthopedist

Ascension; Kyle (TX); On-site; USD 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible physician to join our inpatient and outpatient teams in Texas. This employed position operates within a nonprofit health system, emphasizing high-quality patient care and collaboration on quality initiatives.

Requirements include Texas Medical Board licensure and MD or DO credentials. CME benefits, malpractice tail coverage, and a comprehensive benefits package accompany a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physician MD/DO credentialed by Texas Medical Board required before hire
• MD or DO required per Education section

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional clinical care using advanced diagnostic and treatment skills for high-quality interventions
• Collaborate on quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and efficiency
• Join an established team and provide care in inpatient and outpatient settings

Skills

Board Certification/Eligiblity

Inpatient & Outpatient

Education

MD

DO

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

• Join an established team
• Call structure: 1:5
• Practice setting: inpatient and outpatient
• Employed position within a nonprofit health system
• Board Certified or Board Eligible Physician
• Deliver exceptional clinical care by utilizing advanced diagnostic and treatment skills to provide personalized, high-quality medical interventions for every patient.
• Elevate care standards and cost-effectiveness by actively collaborating on quality improvement initiatives that directly enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

About The Facility

• Approximately 150 bed hospital
• Approximately 30 bed ICU
• 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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