Pediatrics Infectious Disease

Ascension Austin, Texas, US

About the Role

Benefits Statement 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

Job Description Dell Children's Medical Center, in partnership with Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin, is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Pediatric Infectious Disease physician to join our growing division.

This role offers a faculty appointment at Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin. How you'll make an impact in this role Consultation, infusion services and International Travel services provided in the outpatient Infectious Disease clinic

Inpatient service consultation across all general pediatric units, PICU, NICU, and CCU

Collaborate with teams caring for immunocompromised patients including Hematology/Oncology, Nephrology, and Cardiovascular

Team serves in leadership roles for Antimicrobial Stewardship, Infection Control and Prevention, and Evidence Based Outcomes committees

Academic appointment through Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin

Research opportunities in invasive fungal infections, diagnostic stewardship, Kawasaki disease, bone and joint infection outcomes, health services, and value based care.

About the Hospital Dell Children's Medical Center has been recognized for its exceptional pediatric care, earning seven national specialty rankings in the U.S. News & World Report's 2025-2026 Best Children's Hospitals list.

As the clinical partner site for

Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin , we play an active role in the education and training of future physicians.

Dell Children's, the only Pediatric Level I Trauma Center in the region, serves 46 Counties

Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Physicians Choose Ascension Physician-led, collaborative culture

Long-term practice stability

National network with local autonomy

Mission-centered care rooted in service

What minimum qualifications you'll need Licensure / Certification / Registration Required Credential(s): Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Texas Medical Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

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

Work Experience Expertise in immunocompromised and transplant medicine

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Qualifications

  • Board certified/board eligible pediatric infectious disease physician
  • pediatric infectious disease consultation and inpatient/outpatient services
  • leadership in antimicrobial stewardship or infection control

Required Skills

pediatrics infectious disease antimicrobial stewardship infection control clinical research

Keywords

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