Emergency Medicine Residency Program Director In Austin, TX

Job Description

St. David’s Medical Center is seeking an emergency medicine residency program director to lead the launch of its ACGME-accredited EM residency program beginning Summer 2027.

Located next to The University of Texas at Austin, this flagship hospital offers a rare opportunity to build and shape a residency program from the ground up while practicing in a high-acuity emergency department with strong specialty support.

The program will be part of the HCA Healthcare Graduate Medical Education network – one of the largest and most established physician training platforms in the country, providing the infrastructure and resources needed to support a successful and growing residency.

St. David’s Medical Center also expanded its emergency care footprint with the opening of an affiliated emergency department in Manor, Texas in December 2025, creating additional clinical opportunities within the system.

The Role
This leadership position blends clinical practice, medical education, and residency program development. Key areas of focus include:

• Program Leadership: oversee operational and academic aspects of the residency program
• ACGME Oversight: ensure program accreditation, compliance, and curriculum development
• Resident Education: lead clinical teaching, mentorship, and scholarly development
• GME Engagement: participate in institutional GME initiatives and resident recruitment
• Faculty Development: mentor faculty and support growth in clinical education
• Dedicated administrative time and institutional GME support to successfully lead and develop the residency program

The Practice

• 435-bed tertiary care hospital
• 35-bed emergency department
• ~44,000 annual ED visits
• High-acuity patient population
• Strong specialty support including cardiac and comprehensive stroke programs
• Efficient workflows and collaborative physician leadership

What We Offer

• W2 employed physician leadership position
• Highly competitive compensation structure with productivity incentives
• Monthly program director stipend plus sign-on bonus
• Flexible physician shift options
• Full comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and professional liability insurance with tail coverage

Qualifications

• ABEM board certified in EM
• Prior academic leadership and teaching experience
• Strong understanding of ACGME accreditation and residency program administration
• Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, and program development experience

Life in Austin
Austin offers an unmatched mix of innovation, culture, and outdoor lifestyle. From its iconic live music scene and award-winning restaurants to paddleboarding on Lady Bird Lake and hiking the Barton Creek Greenbelt, the city provides endless opportunities to recharge outside the hospital. With its thriving economy, welcoming community, and vibrant energy, Austin is a place where physician leaders can build both an impactful career and an exceptional life.

Apply today to learn more.

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Benefits

- Located in the heart of downtown Austin, and no state income tax
- No non-compete clause; enjoy the freedom to practice where and how you choose
- Access to professional development tools, educational resources, and CME through the TeamHealth Institute
- Access to TeamHealth's clinician wellness program and referral program
- Association with a leading physician practice in the U.S.
- Practice with confidence as a member of TeamHealth's national Patient Safety Organization

Facility

Since 1924, St. David's Medical Center in Central Texas has provided a full range of medical services. The 350-bed acute care hospital and 64-bed rehabilitation hospital offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care with a wide range of specialty services including a 24-hour emergency department, women's care and breast health services, neurosciences, cardiovascular services, rehabilitation, orthopedics and joint care services. The facility has been one of IBM Watson Health's 100 Top Hospitals for eight consecutive years in a row. The medical center campus features a comprehensive stroke center, a Certified Chest Pain Center, the full-service St. David's Rehabilitation Center, comprehensive Breast Center, and the largest Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the region.

About the City

Austin, Texas, is a superb place with everything you need to live in paradise! The state capital of Texas is respectfully named after Stephen F. Austin, the founder of Texas. The Texas State Capital offers everyone daily free tours for an unique experience on Texas history. This city is famously known for its eccentric art and music scene which is represented all over the city like Baylor Street and at the many museums. One top Downtown Austin hot spot is the 6th Street district where you can savor some of the nation's best microbreweries and restaurants. Go for a hike in the gateway to the hill country along scenic streams, waterfalls, and the popular swimming hole at Barton Springs Pool. In addition, Lake Travis is one popular lively attraction that offers boating, swimming, kayaking, and even its very own zip-line adventure park!

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