<p>A leading pediatric health system in Austin, Texas is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Pediatric Emergency Medicine physician to join a dedicated, high-acuity pediatric emergency department seeing approximately 25,000 visits annually. This is a fully employed position with a flexible 12-hour shift model, robust subspecialty infrastructure on-site, and no restrictive non-compete — all in one of the most physician-desirable metros in the country. Texas levies no state income tax, making the compensation package meaningfully stronger in take-home terms.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive employed compensation package with annual incentive opportunities</li> <li>Sign-on bonus available</li> <li>No state income tax in Texas — a direct enhancement to net compensation</li> <li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits</li> <li>Malpractice coverage with tail insurance included</li> <li>CME allowance with access to professional development resources</li> <li>No restrictive non-compete agreement</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Dedicated Pediatric Emergency Department with approximately 25,000 annual patient visits</li> <li>State-of-the-art pediatric facility designed and equipped for high-acuity pediatric emergency care</li> <li>Flexible 12-hour shift schedule; full-time physicians average approximately 10 shifts per month</li> <li>Advanced Practice Provider support embedded within the department</li> <li>On-site pediatric hospitalists and pediatric intensivists for seamless inpatient transitions</li> <li>Dedicated pediatric radiology services available on-site</li> <li>Child life specialists integrated into the department to support patients and families</li> <li>Strong subspecialty support infrastructure across the broader pediatric system</li> <li>Opportunities for clinical leadership roles, medical education, and academic involvement</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Pediatric Emergency Medicine required</li> <li>Certification or eligibility through the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) or American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) accepted</li> <li>Completion of an accredited Pediatric Emergency Medicine fellowship</li> <li>Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based pediatric emergency care and multidisciplinary team collaboration</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Austin consistently ranks among the most desirable cities in the United States for physicians and their families, offering a thriving economy, nationally recognized dining and entertainment, and a world-famous live music scene. Outdoor recreation is abundant — from the Barton Creek Greenbelt and Lady Bird Lake to the Texas Hill Country just west of the city — and the region enjoys year-round sunshine. Excellent public and private school options, a low cost of living relative to comparable major metros, and a rapidly growing medical community make Austin a compelling long-term home for a pediatric emergency physician at any career stage.</p>