Your future role at a glance

• Specialty: Pediatrics
• Subspecialty Interest: Gastroenterology Advanced Endoscopy
• Schedule: Monday through Friday
• Call Schedule: 1:11 General GI call; Advanced Endoscopy call with additional compensation
• Practice Detail: Full office staff with dedicated MA
• EMR System: Cerner (IP), Athena (OP)
• Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center; Dell Children's North; Dell Seton Medical Center
• Location: Austin, TX; Cedar Park, TX

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.

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.

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

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

Dell Children’s Medical Center—nationally recognized for clinical excellence and innovation in pediatric care—is seeking an Advanced Pediatric Gastroenterologist with specialized training in Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) to establish and lead a comprehensive in-house Advanced Endoscopy Program.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to build a high-impact service line within a thriving pediatric gastroenterology division at one of the fastest-rising children’s hospitals in the nation.

Board certification/eligibility in Pediatric Gastroenterology and Advanced fellowship training in ERCP and EUS required.

Position Highlights:

• Establish a comprehensive in-house Pediatric Advanced Endoscopy Program

• Perform and expand access to ERCP and EUS

• Advance quality, safety, and innovation in pediatric therapeutic endoscopy

• Develop protocols, training pathways, and program infrastructure

• Participate in research, education, and program growth initiatives

• A collaborative environment with nationally recognized subspecialty teams
• Institutional commitment to programmatic growth and investment
• Outpatient clinic with dedicated procedure days
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Qualifying organization for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Responsibilities:

• Design and lead a program that transforms regional pediatric GI care.
• Improve quality and efficiency
• Enhance multidisciplinary collaboration
• Shared general GI call along with Advanced Endoscopy call
• Demonstrated expertise in complex diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy
• A passion for program building and clinical excellence

• Commitment to multidisciplinary, patient-centered pediatric care

• Interest in teaching and mentoring trainees

About Dell Children's Medical Center:

Dell Children’s has once again been recognized for exceptional pediatric care—earning national ranking in a pediatric specialty area for the 5th consecutive year. The hospital continues its upward trajectory in national rankings, with its renowned Pediatric Cardiology and Heart Surgery program now ranked in the Top 10 in the nation.

In addition, Dell Children’s has been named the third highest-ranked pediatric hospital in the Southwest Region of the United States, underscoring its growing national prominence and commitment to excellence.

This is an institution on the rise—strategically investing in specialty programs that keep advanced care local for children and families.

About Ascension Seton:

As a member of Ascension Seton, our physicians join a large community of providers who are called to deliver compassionate, personalized care for all persons, especially those who are struggling or affected by poverty. We share best practices and knowledge across our smart network as a member of the largest nonprofit provider of care in the country. Ascension Seton includes more than 100 clinical locations, including four teaching hospitals which serve as training sites for Dell Medical School at The University of Texas. Dell Children’s, part of Ascension Seton in Austin, TX is a world-class pediatric center with its own Level I trauma center and only Level IV NICU in 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.

What additional preferences we're seeking

No additional preferences

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