Your future role at a glanceDell Seton Medical Center and Dell Medical School at The University of Texas are seeking an
Academic Acute Care Surgeon to join our nationally recognized trauma program. This faculty position is ideal for surgeons who thrive in a high-acuity environment and enjoy practicing the full breadth of Acute Care Surgery while teaching the next generation of physicians.
Whether you are completing your Surgical Critical Care fellowship or are an early-career academic surgeon looking for your next opportunity, we invite you to explore joining our collaborative faculty.
Clinical Practice
Faculty provide comprehensive Acute Care Surgery including trauma, emergency general surgery, and surgical critical care.
Academic Responsibilities
Faculty members actively participate in:
How you'll make an impact in this role- Teaching General Surgery residents
- Educating medical students
- Mentoring PA and NP students
- Research and publications
- National presentations
- Quality improvement
- Academic leadership opportunities
This is an outstanding opportunity for surgeons who are passionate about research, education, and advancing the field of Acute Care Surgery.
Call ResponsibilitiesFaculty rotate through:
- Acute Care Surgery call (trauma, emergency general surgery, and initial resuscitation of burn patients)
- Surgical ICU attending weeks covering patients from all surgical specialties
QualificationsRequired
- MD or DO
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited General Surgery residency
- Fellowship training in Surgical Critical Care
- Board Certified or Board Eligible
- Eligible for Texas medical licensure
Preferred
- Academic experience
- Interest in research and teaching
- Excellent communication skills
- Team-oriented mindset
Why Dell Seton?Level I Trauma Center
- Academic appointment in the Department of Surgery at Dell Medical School
- Collaborative faculty
- High operative volume
- Diverse pathology
- Dedicated resident education
- Strong research environment
- Nationally recognized trauma leadership
- Live in one of America's fastest-growing and most desirable cities-Austin, Texas.
What minimum requirements you'll needLicensure / 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.
#HEC
Benefits that help you thrive - Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
ResponsibilitiesHow you'll make an impact in this role- Teaching General Surgery residents
- Educating medical students
- Mentoring PA and NP students
- Research and publications
- National presentations
- Quality improvement
- Academic leadership opportunities
This is an outstanding opportunity for surgeons who are passionate about research, education, and advancing the field of Acute Care Surgery.
Call ResponsibilitiesFaculty rotate through:
- Acute Care Surgery call (trauma, emergency general surgery, and initial resuscitation of burn patients)
- Surgical ICU attending weeks covering patients from all surgical specialties
QualificationsRequired
- MD or DO
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited General Surgery residency
- Fellowship training in Surgical Critical Care
- Board Certified or Board Eligible
- Eligible for Texas medical licensure
Preferred
- Academic experience
- Interest in research and teaching
- Excellent communication skills
- Team-oriented mindset
Why Dell Seton?Level I Trauma Center
- Academic appointment in the Department of Surgery at Dell Medical School
- Collaborative faculty
- High operative volume
- Diverse pathology
- Dedicated resident education
- Strong research environment
- Nationally recognized trauma leadership
- Live in one of America's fastest-growing and most desirable cities-Austin, Texas.
QualificationsWhat minimum requirements you'll needLicensure / 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.
#HEC
