Physician - General Pediatrics

Ascension Health•Elgin, TX

71d

About The Position

Ascension Seton is seeking an exceptional pediatrician to join our established practice serving the growing community of Elgin, Texas! This is a wonderful opportunity for the right candidate to partner with Ascension Seton in serving this family focused community. Position Highlights: Additional opportunity for APP supervision Established community clinic Incredible community support Qualifying organization for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program Comprehensive and holistic benefits package including paid parental leave and adoption assistance Generous CME and PTO

Requirements

Licensed Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Texas Medical Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

Nice To Haves

No additional preferences

Responsibilities

Provide medical services to patients in an assigned area.
Evaluate and treat patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills.
Recommend, participate in, and work to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
Accept patient referrals from other physicians. Act as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
Participate in academic programs (eg medical education and research) as requested.
Provide appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.