St. David's Medical Center in downtown Austin, Texas is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physician to join its 24-hour emergency department at a 350-bed acute care hospital that has earned IBM Watson Health's 100 Top Hospitals designation for eight consecutive years. This is a high-acuity, full-service urban facility with a comprehensive stroke center, a Certified Chest Pain Center, and the largest Level IV NICU in the region — a clinical environment that rewards physicians who want genuine subspecialty depth alongside a world-class city lifestyle and zero state income tax.
Perks and Benefits
- No state income tax in Texas — a meaningful compensation advantage over most markets
- No non-compete clause — full freedom to practice where and how you choose
- CME access through a dedicated physician institute, including professional development tools and educational resources
- Clinician wellness program and peer referral program
- Malpractice coverage through membership in a national Patient Safety Organization
- Association with one of the largest and most established physician group practices in the United States
Practice Highlights
- 24-hour emergency department at a 350-bed acute care hospital in central Austin
- Comprehensive stroke center on campus — full neurological emergency capability
- Certified Chest Pain Center — structured cardiovascular emergency protocols and cardiology support
- Largest Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in the region, reflecting the depth of subspecialty backup available
- 64-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital on the same campus, supporting complex disposition pathways
- Full-service women's care and breast health services, including a comprehensive Breast Center
- Additional service lines include neurosciences, cardiovascular services, orthopedics, and joint care
- St. David's Rehabilitation Center co-located on campus
- Eight consecutive years on IBM Watson Health's 100 Top Hospitals list — a nationally recognized quality benchmark
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine residency
- Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in Texas
- Comfort managing the full spectrum of urban, high-acuity emergency presentations including stroke, chest pain, and complex trauma
About the Community
Austin is one of the most dynamic cities in the United States — a tech and culture hub with a thriving live music scene, acclaimed dining, and a year-round outdoor lifestyle anchored by the Colorado River, Barton Springs, and the Greenbelt trail system. The city consistently ranks among the fastest-growing metros in the country, offering strong schools, diverse neighborhoods, and a cost of living that — combined with Texas's absence of state income tax — makes it a compelling long-term destination for physicians at any career stage.