Trauma Surgery - Physician

Your future role at a glance Location: Austin, TX Facility Name: Dell Seton Medical Center UT Austin Schedule: Full-Time This job location is currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Under-served Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Destination 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 one of the nation's 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: * 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 qualifications you'll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: * Licensed Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Texas Medical Board obtained prior to hire date or job