Orthopaedic Surgery - Foot and Ankle - Physician

Your future role at a glance Location: Austin, Texas Facility Name: Ascension Seton Schedule: Full-Time CME allowance + CME days Malpractice coverage with tail 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 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 This is an elite opportunity for a motivated, fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon to step into a high-volume role within the largest orthopedic and sports practice in Central Texas. Supported by a massive referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network, you will lead the charge in complex foot & ankle reconstruction and specialized orthopedic care. Step into a practice designed for a specialist who thrives on clinical variety and surgical complexity. You will manage a diverse case mix including: * Complex Foot & Ankle Reconstruction: Lead interventions for end-stage arthritis, Charcot neuroarthropathy, and total ankle replacements (TAR) utilizing the latest prosthetic technology. * High-Acuity Trauma: Manage pilon fractures, calcaneal trauma, and complex Lisfranc injuries within an integrated trauma system. * Elite Sports Medicine: Provide cutting-edge care for ligamentous repairs, syndesmotic instability, and osteochondral lesions for a high-performance patient population. * Call structure: 4 days of call required/month * Practice setting: inpatient and outpatient * Employed position within a nonprofit health system * Board Certified or Board Eligible Physician About the Facility * Approximately 150 bed hospital * Approximately 30 bed ICU * Level 2 Trauma in a large hospital (ASMCA) * Serving a population of over 1 million people * Integrated referral network * Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic 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 qualifications you'll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: * Licensed Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Texas Medical Board obtained prior to hire date or job