Medical City Children's Hospital in Dallas, Texas is recruiting full-time and part-time Pediatric Emergency Medicine physicians to staff a brand-new, purpose-built 40,000-square-foot Level II Trauma pediatric emergency department — one of the most comprehensively resourced pediatric ED environments in the Southwest. The department operates within Medical City Dallas, an 890-bed quaternary referral center drawing patients from across the United States and 75 foreign countries, and offers immediate on-site access to the full spectrum of pediatric subspecialty surgery and medicine. With 39,000 annual pediatric visits, 9-hour shifts, and a guaranteed hourly rate plus RVU incentives, this role is built for clinical excellence and sustainable work-life balance.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive guaranteed hourly rate plus RVU production bonus
- Generous sign-on bonus provided
- Relocation allowance provided
- Comprehensive health insurance with multiple plan options
- Matching 401(k) retirement plan
- CME reimbursement and business expense allowance
- Full-time and part-time scheduling options available
Practice Highlights
- Brand-new, dedicated 40,000-sq-ft pediatric emergency department with its own waiting area, triage zone, and nursing station — purpose-designed for pediatric-only care
- 19 pediatric ED treatment beds plus 2 dedicated triage spaces
- 39,000 annual pediatric ED visits providing consistent, high-acuity volume
- Level II Trauma Center designation; total ED campus volume of 75,000 annually
- 9-hour physician shifts with a balanced schedule designed to support quality of life
- 24/7 coverage delivered by an experienced team of pediatric-trained physicians and advanced practice providers
- On-site pediatric subspecialty support including cardiology, cardiac surgery, gastroenterology, hematology/oncology, nephrology, neurology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, ENT, general surgery, urology, and plastic surgery
- Meditech EMR platform
- Host facility is an 890-bed quaternary regional referral center with a medical staff of 1,150 physicians spanning 95 adult and pediatric specialties
- Specialty programs on campus include the Transplant Center, Dallas Craniofacial Center, nationally recognized Neuroscience Program, and the Cardiovascular Institute
- Regional and international referral catchment — patients from all 50 states and 75 foreign countries
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Pediatrics (ABP) required
- Prior Emergency Medicine and/or Urgent Care experience accepted in lieu of fellowship training
- Completion of a fellowship in Pediatric Emergency Medicine also qualifies
- Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort managing the full acuity spectrum of a high-volume Level II Trauma pediatric ED
About the Community
Medical City Dallas sits at the intersection of two major highways in the heart of North Dallas, placing physicians within easy reach of one of the country's most dynamic metropolitan areas. Dallas offers a low state income tax burden, a robust and diverse culinary and arts scene, major professional sports franchises, and highly rated suburban school districts across communities like Plano, Frisco, and Highland Park. The region's warm climate, affordable housing relative to comparable major metros, and major international airport connectivity make it an attractive long-term destination for physicians relocating with families or seeking an urban lifestyle with room to grow.