Family Medicine Physician

<h3>Your future role at a glance</h3><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong>Position Title:</strong><span> Family Medicine Physician (Non-OB)</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span><strong>Practice Name:</strong> TexanCare Family Medicine</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span><strong>Location:</strong> Kyle, TX (Suburban Austin Area)</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong>Employment Type:</strong><span> Full-Time | Independent Recruitment Contract</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong>This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.</strong></p> <h3>How you’ll make an impact in this role</h3><p><span>TexanCare Family Medicine is expanding and seeking a dedicated, compassionate Family Medicine Physician to launch and lead our new clinic location in Kyle, TX. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, collaborative team in a vibrant, family-oriented community. We are looking for a candidate who values a small-town atmosphere with the support of an established independent practice, while contributing to the broader primary care expansion in the region.</span></p><div> </div><p><strong>Practice & Team Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Care Setting:</strong> 100% Outpatient.</li><li><strong>Schedule:</strong> 4.5-day patient encounter work week (Friday afternoons reserved for admin work from home).</li><li><strong>Patient Volume:</strong> Average 20–22 patients per day; approximately 6–10 new patient inquiries daily.</li><li><strong>Team Structure:</strong> Collaborative environment including 3 physicians  1 Nurse Practitioner, and 1 Licensed Professional Counselor.</li><li><strong>Clinical Support:</strong> Physicians utilize Athena EMR and an AI-supported note-taking tool (Open Evidence) to streamline documentation.</li><li><strong>Call:</strong> 1 in 5 rotation. Supported by a 24/7 nurse advice line for triage, making after-hours patient callbacks extremely rare.</li><li><strong>Responsibilities:</strong> Provide comprehensive outpatient care, including minor procedures (joint injections, women's health/pap smears, suturing, and small wound care). Must eventually assist in supervising Advanced Practice Providers (APPs).</li><li><strong>Credentialing:</strong> Must obtain consulting privileges at Ascension Seton Hays. <span><strong>Best of Both Worlds:</strong> Enjoy Kyle's welcoming, family-oriented small-town atmosphere while remaining a short drive from Austin's dynamic culture, culinary scene, and recreational amenities.</span></li><li><span><strong>Best of Both Worlds:</strong> Enjoy Kyle's welcoming, family-oriented small-town atmosphere while remaining a short drive from Austin's dynamic culture, culinary scene, and recreational amenities.</span></li><li><span><strong>High-Growth Environment:</strong> Hays County is one of the fastest-growing regions in the country. You will have the unique opportunity to build a patient base in an area with documented high demand for primary care, ensuring your practice is both needed and sustainable from day one.</span></li></ul><p><strong>Candidate Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Education:</strong> MD or DO degree.</li><li><strong>Board Status:</strong> Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine.</li><li><strong>Experience:</strong> All experience levels are encouraged to apply; new graduates are welcome.</li><li><strong>Preferences:</strong> Spanish fluency is considered a significant plus.</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Base Salary:</strong> $240,000 guaranteed for the first year.</li><li><strong>Bonus Opportunity:</strong> Up to $20,000 production bonus (based on quality metrics, punctuality, note closure, and community outreach).</li><li><strong>Additional Income Potential:</strong> Option to conduct hospice work (4 hours/week from home). Depending on patient load, this can yield an additional $1,000–$2,000 per month.</li><li><strong>Loan Forgiveness:</strong> Eligibility for state-based student loan repayment (up to $180,000). <i>Note: Clinic must build its Medicaid panel to qualify.</i></li><li><strong>Time Off & CME:</strong> 3 weeks PTO plus 5 CME days. $3,000 annual CME allowance (can be applied toward insurance premiums).</li><li><strong>Reimbursement:</strong> Coverage for Texas licensure and DEA fees.</li><li><strong>Contract:</strong> Independent recruitment contract requiring a 36-month Ascension service area agreement.</li></ul><div> </div><h3>What minimum requirements you’ll need</h3><b>Licensure / Certification / Registration</b><ul><li>Required Credential(s):<ul><li>Physician MD/DO obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. </li></li></ul><li>Preferred Credential(s):<ul><li>Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.</li></li></ul></ul><b>Education</b><ul><li>Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.</li></ul><b>Work Experience</b><ul><li>None required.</li></ul><h3>Benefits that help you thrive</h3><div> <ul style="margin-top:0px; margin-bottom:0px"> <li><b>Comprehensive health coverage:</b> medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options</li> <li><b>Financial security & retirement:</b> employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance </li> <li><b>Time to recharge:</b> pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays</li> <li><b>Career growth:</b> Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning</li> <li><b>Emotional well-being:</b> Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources</li> <li><b>Family support:</b> parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits</li> <li><b>Other benefits:</b> optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more</li> </ul> </div><h3>Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity </h3><p>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.</p> <p><b>Equal employment opportunity employer</b></p> <p>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. 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