Emergency Medicine Assistant Facility Medical Director in Austin, TX

Job Description

Take the next step in your leadership career with TeamHealth at St. David's Medical Center, a flagship tertiary care hospital within the highly regarded St. David's HealthCare System. Located adjacent to The University of Texas at Austin, this is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced emergency medicine physician seeking a blend of clinical practice and leadership in one of Austin's premier emergency departments.

With the launch of the hospital's inaugural Emergency Medicine Residency Program in summer 2028, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of EM education while helping support a high-performing clinical team.

About the Facility

• 435-bed tertiary care hospital
• 35-bed ED with approximately 44,000 annual visits
• High-acuity patient population
• Strong specialty support across cardiac, stroke, trauma, and surgical services
• Efficient workflows and collaborative physician leadership
• Opportunity to work alongside and help develop the hospital's inaugural EM residency program
• Affiliated emergency department in Manor, Texas

Leadership Opportunity

• Assistant facility medical director role with dedicated administrative responsibilities
• Partner closely with the facility medical director to support departmental operations, physician engagement, quality initiatives, patient experience, and overall ED performance
• Help mentor and develop physicians and APCs while fostering a collaborative, patient-centered culture
• Support clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and evidence-based best practices
• Opportunity to contribute to the development of the inaugural EM residency program
• Access to TeamHealth's nationally recognized leadership development resources and mentorship

Position Details

• W2 employed position
• Base rate + RVU compensation model
• Additional monthly administrative stipend
• Enhanced sign-on bonus
• Night differential available
• Flexible 8- to 10-hour physician shifts
• Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
• Comprehensive benefits and health insurance

Candidate Requirements

• ABEM board-certified
• Minimum of two years of post-residency EM experience preferred
• Prior physician leadership experience preferred but not required
• Eligible for Texas medical licensure
• Active clinical practice within the last 12 months
• ACLS, PALS, and ATLS (expired ATLS accepted)

Life in Austin

Austin offers a unique blend of live music, award-winning restaurants, outdoor recreation, and a thriving technology economy. With beautiful lakes, extensive hike-and-bike trails, renowned festivals, and excellent schools, Austin provides an exceptional quality of life for physicians and their families.

Ready to take the next step in your leadership career? Apply today!

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Benefits

• Heart of Austin, Texas
• Access to leadership training, mentorship, and professional development resources, including TeamHealths National Medical Leadership Conference (NMLC), where physician leaders from across the organization gather annually to collaborate, share best practices, and discuss healthcare and business strategies
• No non-compete clause; enjoy the freedom to practice where and how you choose
• Access to professional development tools, educational resources, and CME through the TeamHealth Institute
• Access to TeamHealths clinician wellness program and referral program
• Association with a leading physician practice in the U.S.
• Practice with confidence as a member of TeamHealths national Patient Safety Organization

Facility

Since 1924, St. Davids Medical Center in Central Texas has provided a full range of medical services. The 350-bed acute care hospital and 64-bed rehabilitation hospital offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care with a wide range of specialty services including a 24-hour emergency department, womens care and breast health services, neurosciences, cardiovascular services, rehabilitation, orthopedics and joint care services. The facility has been one of IBM Watson Healths 100 Top Hospitals for eight consecutive years in a row. The medical center campus features a comprehensive stroke center, a Certified Chest Pain Center, the full-service St. Davids Rehabilitation Center, comprehensive Breast Center, and the largest Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the region.

About the City

Austin, Texas, is a superb place with everything you need to live in paradise! The state capital of Texas is respectfully named after Stephen F. Austin, the founder of Texas. The Texas State Capital offers everyone daily free tours for an unique experience on Texas history. This city is famously known for its eccentric art and music scene which is represented all over the city like Baylor Street and at the many museums. One top Downtown Austin hot spot is the 6th Street district where you can savor some of the nations best microbreweries and restaurants. Go for a hike in the gateway to the hill country along scenic streams, waterfalls, and the popular swimming hole at Barton Springs Pool. In addition, Lake Travis is one popular lively attraction that offers boating, swimming, kayaking, and even its very own zip-line adventure park!

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Job Info

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Emergency Medicine

Assistant Medical Director

St. Davids Medical Center

Austin, TX

Full-Time

Opening 65362BR

Your Recruiter:

Jamie_Ledges@teamhealth.com

Phone Number:

(602) 738-8629

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