Pediatric Otologist
**Your future role at a glance**
**Location:** Austin, TX
**Facility:** Strictly Pediatrics, Dell Children's Medical Park Tower, Dell Children's Medical Center, Dell Children's Davis Lane
**Schedule:** Full-Time
Sign-on bonuses
Malpractice coverage with tail
$7000 CME allowance and dedicated CME days
Guaranteed salary
This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.
**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 97,000+ 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.
**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
**How you’ll make an impact in this role**
Join a nationally recognized team at Dell Children’s Medical Group and shape the future of pediatric otology care, with the unique opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team to help children hear—and enjoy—the great sounds of Austin.
+ Deliver expert, compassionate surgical and medical care to infants, children, and adolescents facing complex ear conditions.
+ Join a well established multidisciplinary team within the Dell Children's Hearing Center (speech, audiology, psychology, vestibular therapy)
+ Shape the future of pediatric healthcare by contributing to advanced sub-specialty care, clinical program development, and the education of next-generation providers through our Dell Medical School partnership.
+ Expertise in pediatric otology required, including lympanoplasty, mastoidectomy, cochlear implants, bone conductive hearing aids, and skull-base procedures
**About the Practice**
+ 9 expert Board Certified Pediatric Otolaryngologists, 6 NPs, 3 PAs - dedicated to providing high quality, innovative care
+ 1 in 9 call with no excess call expectation
+ Dell Children's, the only Pediatric Level I Trauma Center in the region, serves 46 Counties
+ Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit faith based 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.
**_Equal employment opportunity employer_**
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**_E-Verify statement_**
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