Lead one of Austin's premier emergency departments at St. David's Medical Center, a flagship tertiary care hospital located adjacent to The University of Texas at Austin. This is an exceptional leadership opportunity for an experienced emergency physician passionate about clinical excellence, physician engagement, and operational leadership. Summer 2027 marks the launch of the hospital's inaugural Emergency Medicine Residency Program, offering the facility medical director a unique opportunity to help shape the future of emergency medicine education while leading a high-performing clinical team.
St. David's Medical Center also expanded its emergency care footprint with the opening of an affiliated ED in Manor, Texas, creating additional opportunities for collaboration and system growth.
About the Facility
- 435-bed tertiary care hospital
- 35-bed emergency department with approximately 44,000 annual visits
- High-acuity patient population
- Strong specialty support across cardiac, stroke, trauma, and surgical services
- Efficient workflows and collaborative physician leadership
- Opportunity to work alongside and help develop the hospital's inaugural EM residency program
Leadership Opportunity- Provide overall strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for the ED
- Partner with hospital administration and TeamHealth leadership to drive quality, patient experience, physician engagement, and departmental performance
- Mentor and develop physicians, APCs, and future EM residents
- Champion clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and evidence-based best practices
- Leadership development opportunities with access to TeamHealth's nationally recognized leadership resources and mentorship
Position Details- W2 employed position
- Base rate + RVU compensation model
- Additional monthly administrative stipend + quarterly incentives
- Enhanced sign-on bonus
- Night differential available
- Flexible 8- to 10-hour physician shifts
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- Comprehensive benefits and health insurance
Candidate Requirements- ABEM board certified
- Previous physician leadership experience preferred
- Eligible for Texas medical licensure
- Active clinical practice within the last 12 months
- ACLS, PALS, and ATLS (expired ATLS accepted)
Life in AustinAustin offers a unique blend of live music, award-winning restaurants, outdoor recreation, and a thriving technology economy. With beautiful lakes, extensive hike-and-bike trails, renowned festivals, and excellent schools, Austin provides an exceptional quality of life for physicians and their families.
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- Access to leadership training, mentorship, and professional development resources, including TeamHealth's National Medical Leadership Conference (NMLC), where physician leaders from across the organization gather annually to collaborate, share best practices, and discuss healthcare and business strategies
- No non-compete clause; enjoy the freedom to practice where and how you choose
- Access to professional development tools, educational resources, and CME through the TeamHealth Institute
- Access to TeamHealth's clinician wellness program and referral program
- Association with a leading physician practice in the U.S.
- Practice with confidence as a member of TeamHealth's national Patient Safety Organization