About this opportunity
Health Transformation Building - Ascension lists this Trauma Surgery - Physician opportunity in bellville, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Your future role at a glance
Join one of the nations premier academic Level I Trauma Centers and build a career that combines exceptional clinical practice, education, research, innovation, faculty mentorship, and lifelong friendships.
Dell Seton Medical Center and Dell Medical School at The University of Texas are seeking an
Academic Acute Care Surgeon
to join our 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 your Surgical Critical Care fellowship or are an early-career academic surgeon looking for your next opportunity, we invite you to explore joining our collaborative faculty.
Clinical Practice
Faculty provide comprehensive
Acute Care Surgery
including trauma, emergency general surgery, and surgical critical care.
Academic Responsibilities
Faculty members actively participate in:
How you’ll make an impact in this role
Teaching General Surgery residents
Educating medical students
Mentoring PA and NP students
Research and publications
National presentations
Quality improvement
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
(trauma, emergency general surgery, and initial resuscitation of burn patients)
Surgical ICU attending weeks
covering patients from all surgical specialties
Qualifications
Required
MD or 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
Preferred
Academic experience
Interest in research and teaching
Excellent communication skills
Team-oriented mindset
Why Dell Seton?
Level I Trauma Center
Academic appointment
in the Department of Surgery at Dell Medical School
Collaborative faculty
High operative volume
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.
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.
HEC
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, youll 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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