General Surgery - Physician

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, Texas

Facility Name: Dell Children's Medical Center

Schedule: Full-Time - days

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

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.

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

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you'll make an impact in this role

Dell Children's Medical Group is seeking a Pediatric Gastroenterology NP or PA to join our clinical team. We are looking for a clinician who is passionate about comprehensive, evidence-based GI care, works collaboratively with an experienced supervising physician, and values both clinical excellence and work-life balance. This role offers meaningful clinical work, involvement in program development, and a supportive, collaborative environment with strong mentorship.

Join our established team of 9 physicians, 3 APPs, RNs and other support staff

Practice setting: outpatient

Employed position within a nonprofit health system

Deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to pediatric patients with complex GI needs, ensuring a family-centered approach to every treatment plan.

Partner directly with leadership to co-develop and expand specialized clinical programs, specifically in neurogastroenterology/motility and aerodigestive care.

About the Facility

Work at a leading pediatric medical center with regional impact

Serving a population of central Austin

Integrated referral network

Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Providers Choose Ascension

Physician-led, collaborative culture

Long-term practice stability

National network with local autonomy

Mission-centered care rooted in service

The work is meaningful, specialized, and offers the opportunity to develop deep expertise in child maltreatment medicine

supportive, team-based environment.

What minimum qualifications you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Drug Enforcement Admin credentialed from the Drug Enforcement Administration preferred.

Education:

Master's degree of Nursing required.

What additional preferences you'll need

2 years of experience

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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E-Verify statement

Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

Visa Eligibility

None