Physician - PM&R

• Specialty: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
• Subspecialty Focus: Interventional Spine Medicine
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday outpatient clinic
• Practice Model: Interdisciplinary spine care with strong surgical collaboration
• EMR System: Athena 
• Facility: Ascension Texas Spine and Scoliosis, Lamar MOB
• Location:  Austin, Texas

This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Undeserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type

Ascension Seton is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) physician with an interest in interventional spine medicine to join Ascension Texas Spine and Scoliosis, a high-volume, interdisciplinary spine practice in Central Austin.

This position offers the opportunity to practice comprehensive, evidence-based spine care within a collaborative environment that includes orthopedic-spine surgeons, neurosurgeons and dedicated clinic staff.

Position Highlights

• Outpatient PM&R practice serving the Central Austin Market
• Primarily non-operative spine care supporting orthopedic and neurosurgical services
• Access to in-office fluoroscopy for interventional procedures
• Established clinical workflows with experienced support staff
• Predictable weekday schedule with no weekend and no call required
• Opportunities for resident and fellow teaching, and clinical education 
• Close affiliation with Ascension Seton hospitals, including Seton Medical Center Austin

Responsibilities:

• Evaluates and manage PM&R patients using evidence-based diagnostic and treatment approaches
• Provide comprehensive outpatient spine care, including interventional procedures as appropriate
• Collaborate closely with surgical colleagues, APPs and care teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Coordinate care plans and discharge planning when applicable
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with payer requirements
• Participate in quality, safety and care improvement initiatives
• Minimal call responsibilities limited to clinic patients only; no general hospital call. 

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a PM&R physician with a strong interest in interventional spine care who values collaboration, efficiency and patient-centered outcomes within an interdisciplinary practice. Experience in procedural spine care is preferred. 

About Ascension Seton:

• As a member of Ascension Seton, our physicians join a large community of providers who are called to deliver compassionate, personalized care for all persons, especially those who are struggling or affected by poverty.
• As a member of the largest nonprofit provider of care in the country, we are able to share best practices and knowledge across our smart network.
• Ascension Seton includes more than 100 clinical locations, including four teaching hospitals which serve as training sites for Dell Medical School at The University of Texas.

About Ascension Medical Group:

When you join Ascension Medical Group (AMG), you are entering a community where physician and advanced practice provider engagement and experience is recognized as a key driver of delivering excellent patient care.

With 1,900 sites of care and 7,000 providers strong, AMG is one of the largest health-care provider networks in the United States. Physicians and advanced practice providers benefit from a collaborative approach to care, significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Licensed Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Texas Medical Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

No additional preferences

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Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community

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