Emergency Medicine - Physician

Hospital Details

Dell Seton Medical Center is the only Level I Trauma Center serving Central Texas and is an accredited teaching hospital. It is also the fourth-busiest Emergency Department in Texas. This state-of-the-art facility was opened in 2017 and is recognized as a Certified Stroke Center and has been awarded Magnet Status for nursing excellence. The hospital serves as the primary safety net for the poor and uninsured as well as the primary teaching hospital for the Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin.

Emergency Department

ED Volume: 52,000

• Academic teaching site with 8 EM residents per year
• 3-year Emergency Medicine residency program established in 2012
• The EMS Fellowship since 2021
• ED Beds: 53
• Observation Beds: 16
• Admission Rate: 22%
• Trauma Designation: Level I
• Coverage: 8-hour shifts with 48 hours of Physician coverage and 24 hours of APP coverage
• Separate observation unit with 30 hours/day APP coverage
• Documentation: Cerner/CPOE and PowerNote

Community

Austin is the capital of Texas, but it is better known to many as the "Live Music Capital of the World." With vibrant entertainment and culture, inspiring cuisine and stunning outdoor settings, it's no wonder that Austin is one of the fastest-growing metropolitan regions in the nation. Nature trails, lakes, parks, and wilderness preserves offer exceptional recreational opportunities. The Austin area's high-tech industry blends seamlessly with popular events such as the Austin City Limits Music Festival, SXSW, and the Formula One United States Grand Prix. The University of Texas, one of the largest universities in the nation, offers world-class arts and sporting events year-round.

Career Details

Outstanding opportunity for Physicians with strong interest in working with EM residents and taking their academic career to the next level! The chosen candidate will work closely with an excellent Program Director and faculty who are actively engaged in both education and community service, with a sincere dedication to training the next generation of Emergency Medicine providers. As an EM Physician within USACS, you'll be part of a team unique in today's industry. USACS provides Physicians with ownership, unparalleled benefits and the opportunity to practice within a values-based model emphasizing quality, long-term wealth building and a culture of shared ownership. USACS Physicians enjoy the security and resources of a large, national group without sacrificing the advantages typically found in local EM groups.

Additional Information

Details

In addition to responsibilities as a Staff Physician in the ED and a member of the Academic Faculty
Responsibilities:

• Facilitate the PGY II EMS rotation block curriculum
• Coordinate experience with the educational leadership the Office of the Medical Director: City of Austin/Travis County EMS System
• Facilitate completion of a resident evaluation for the EMS block rotation
• Design, facilitate and schedule the EMS lectures for the Residency didactic conference curriculum Participation in Resident Recruitment, Orientation, and Graduation, as well as Education Committee Performs other responsibilities as assigned by the Program Director

Additional Benchmarks:

• Academic appointment with University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School
• EM Resident Lectures-4 per 18-month curriculum (at least one per six-month block)
• EM Resident small groups/skills labs/simulation - 6 per 18-month curriculum
• 50 hours conference attendance per year
• Participate in 2 interview days per interview season
• 2 scholarly projects with publication every 5 years
• Clinical Hours limited to 28 hrs/wk, or 121 hrs/mo max

USACS Benefits

Financial Benefits
Employee Ownership: arrow_forward_ios
$100,000 equity ownership for all full-time Physicians after 3 years of service
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Industry-leading, 10% practice-funded 401(k) up to $36,000
Continuing Education:
$4,000 tax-free CME/BEA annually
$8,000, including your state and DEA license, in year one for new graduates
Parental Leave: arrow_forward_ios
Groundbreaking 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
Military Leave: arrow_forward_ios
Pioneering paid leave for deployments
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As low as 2.99%
Insurance:
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx coverage
Disability:
Short- and long-term disability (own occupation)
Malpractice Coverage:
Unmatched medical malpractice, including tail and free litigation support. USACS malpractice claims are less than 1/2 the national average!
Intangible Benefits
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Careers nationwide, from New York to Hawaii. Internal USACS STAT Traveling Physicians.
Clinical Guidance:
National Clinical Governance Board (NCGB) of internally elected USACS Physicians.
Bedside Support:
Evidence-based Clinical Management Tools (CMTs) and experienced Physicians available 24/7/365 to assist you.
Onboarding and Ongoing Support:
Dedicated Clinician Advocates for a personalized concierge-style service and the USACS Annual Assembly, open for all Clinicians to attend.
Professional Development:
Scholars (leadership training), Efficiency Academy, Provider Engagement & Patient Experience Academy, and more.

About USACS

US Acute Care Solutions provides acute care to health care systems across the U.S. We're Physician owned and outcome oriented. We seek the best talent to staff clinical teams delivering hospital management solutions.