St. David's Children's Hospital in Austin, Texas is seeking a PRN Pediatric Emergency Medicine physician to staff its dedicated 10-bed pediatric emergency department. The children's hospital sits within St. David's HealthCare — one of the largest health systems in Texas and a Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award recipient — providing immediate access to subspecialty consultation, a PICU, and inpatient pediatric surgery. For a pediatric EM physician seeking flexible, high-quality PRN work in one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, this is a compelling opportunity.
Perks and Benefits
- W-2 employee contractor status — not 1099
- Flexible PRN scheduling to fit your availability
- Paid professional liability insurance coverage
- Access to CME resources, professional development tools, and educational content through a dedicated physician institute
- Affiliation with one of the largest physician practice organizations in the United States
- Stable, well-resourced leadership structure within a nationally recognized health system
Practice Highlights
- Dedicated 10-bed pediatric emergency department within a freestanding children's hospital
- On-site pediatric subspecialty support including cardiology, orthopedics, neurology, and urology consultation
- On-site pediatric surgery, radiology, and anesthesia services
- 6-bed pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) on campus for direct escalation of care
- 8-bed medical-surgical inpatient pediatric unit supporting seamless admissions workflow
- Part of St. David's HealthCare, a seven-hospital system and the third-largest private employer in the Austin metropolitan area
- System-level Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award recognition — a marker of organizational excellence in patient care and operations
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Pediatric Emergency Medicine (ABP or ABEM pathway)
- Completion of a Pediatric Emergency Medicine fellowship or combined training pathway
- Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort managing the full spectrum of pediatric emergency acuity, including patients requiring PICU-level escalation
About the Community
Austin is one of the most dynamic cities in the United States — a tech and culture hub with a thriving food scene, live music, and year-round outdoor recreation along the Colorado River and surrounding Hill Country. The metro area offers highly rated public and private schools, a relatively low cost of living compared to peer cities, and consistent recognition as one of the best places to live in the country. For PRN physicians based in Texas or relocating to the region, Austin delivers an exceptional quality of life alongside a clinically rich practice environment.