Posted 7 days ago
Description
Your future role at a glance
As a Pediatric Palliative Care Physician, you will join a deeply committed, well-established interdisciplinary team to provide compassionate, holistic care for children and families navigating serious illnesses. Dell Children's is the only pediatric hospice program centered within a children's hospital in Texas.
How you'll make an impact in this role
Deliver comprehensive palliative and hospice care across inpatient, outpatient, and home-based settings to ensure continuous comfort and the highest quality of life for patients and families.
Collaborate with a diverse interdisciplinary team-including nurse practitioners, social workers, chaplains, and child life specialists-to wrap comprehensive clinical and emotional support around families in Central Texas.
Shape the future of the field by teaching and mentoring medical students, pediatric residents, and adult palliative care fellows through our academic partnership with Dell Medical School.
Champion innovative programs like our perinatal palliative care and pediatric hospice initiatives to meet the unique, sensitive needs of families from the very beginning of their journey.
Provide leadership and vision for
Dell Children's at Home
perinatal pediatric hospice and palliative care program.
Call coverage is 1 in 3 at home call
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 requirements you'll need
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.
BE/BC Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Care Medicine required
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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
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.
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