Trauma Surgeon

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Family benefits

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension | Dell Seton Medical Center in Austin, Texas, is recruiting an Academic Acute Care Surgeon to join a nationally recognized Level I trauma program affiliated with Dell Medical School. The role blends clinical acute care surgery with teaching, research, and leadership opportunities.

Ideal candidates are completing a Surgical Critical Care fellowship or are early-career academic surgeons seeking a vibrant, research-oriented environment with strong resident and student education,

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited General Surgery residency.
• Fellowship training in Surgical Critical Care required.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible.
• Texas medical licensure must be obtained before hire or transfer date.

Responsibilities

• Teach General Surgery residents.
• Educate medical students.
• Mentor physician assistant and nurse practitioner students.
• Contribute to research and publications.
• Deliver national presentations.
• Advance quality-improvement initiatives.
• Pursue academic leadership opportunities.
• Acute Care Surgery call, including trauma, emergency general surgery, and initial resuscitation of burn patients.
• Surgical ICU attending weeks covering patients from all surgical specialties.

Skills

Teaching

Mentoring

Communication

Academic collaboration

Education

MD/DO

ACGME General Surgery Residency

Surgical Critical Care Fellowship

Board Certified or Eligible

Texas licensure eligible

Job description

Ascension | Dell Seton Medical Center
Austin, Texas

Join one of the nation's premier academic Level I Trauma Centers and build a career that combines exceptional clinical practice, education, research, innovation, faculty mentorship, and lasting professional relationships.

Dell Seton Medical Center and Dell Medical School at The University of Texas are seeking an Academic Acute Care Surgeon to join a nationally recognized trauma program. This faculty position is ideal for surgeons who thrive in a high-acuity environment and enjoy practicing the full breadth of Acute Care Surgery while teaching the next generation of physicians.

Whether you are completing a Surgical Critical Care fellowship or are an early-career academic surgeon looking for your next opportunity, we invite you to explore joining this collaborative faculty.

Clinical Practice

Faculty provide comprehensive Acute Care Surgery services, including trauma, emergency general surgery, and surgical critical care.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Teach General Surgery residents
• Educate medical students
• Mentor physician assistant and nurse practitioner students
• Contribute to research and publications
• Deliver national presentations
• Advance quality-improvement initiatives
• Pursue academic leadership opportunities

This is an outstanding opportunity for surgeons who are passionate about research, education, and advancing the field of Acute Care Surgery.

Call Responsibilities

Faculty rotate through:

• Acute Care Surgery call, including trauma, emergency general surgery, and initial resuscitation of burn patients
• Surgical ICU attending weeks covering patients from all surgical specialties

Why Dell Seton?

• Level I Trauma Center
• Academic appointment in the Department of Surgery at Dell Medical School
• Collaborative faculty
• High operative volume and diverse pathology
• Dedicated resident education
• Strong research environment
• Nationally recognized trauma leadership
• Live in one of America's fastest-growing and most desirable cities—Austin, Texas

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security and retirement: Employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability, and life insurance
• Time to recharge: Pro-rated paid time off and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition through 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
• Additional benefits: Optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and more

Why Join Ascension?

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care, and connection. Ascension empowers more than 99,000 associates to bring their skills and expertise to reimagining healthcare together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and as a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, Ascension offers an inclusive and supportive environment where contributions truly matter.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ascension provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or 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, or any other legally protected status or characteristic, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited General Surgery residency
• Fellowship training in Surgical Critical Care
• Board Certified or Board Eligible
• Eligible for Texas medical licensure; Texas Medical Board licensure must be obtained before the hire or transfer date

Preferred Qualifications

• Academic experience
• Interest in research and teaching
• Excellent communication skills
• Team-oriented mindset