Emergency Medicine Medical Director in Kyle, TX

Job Description

Lead the launch of a brand-new emergency department in Kyle, Texas! TeamHealth is excited to announce a facility medical director opportunity at St. David’s Emergency Center – Kyle! Located under 20 miles south of Austin, Texas, this brand-new freestanding emergency department is currently under construction and targeting a February 1, 2027 opening.

Affiliated with St. David’s South Austin Medical Center, a busy Level II Trauma Center, this is an exciting opportunity for an EM physician leader to help build a new team, shape clinical operations, and lead the facility from day one!

Opportunity Highlights

• Target opening: February 1, 2027 (pending construction)
• 12 exam rooms
• Projected volume: ~12,000 annual visits (~33/day)
• Physician coverage: 24 hours/day; two, 12-hour shifts
• On-site diagnostics: CT, X-ray, ultrasound and lab services
• EMR: MediTech
• Specialty backup: cardiology, neurology/stroke, general surgery, orthopedics, OB/GYN, critical care and Level II trauma services via South Austin Medical Center
• APC coverage may be added as volume grows

Leadership Opportunity and Compensation

• W2 employment with competitive base + RVU compensation
• Monthly FMD administrative stipend and quality bonus opportunities
• Full-time commitment: 120 hours/month (10 shifts)
• Comprehensive benefits, health insurance and sign-on bonus
• Night and holiday differential
• Professional liability insurance + tail coverage
• Collaborate closely with South Austin Medical Center leadership to support clinical quality, physician engagement and operational excellence
• Opportunity to pick up additional shifts across St. David’s emergency departments

Qualifications

• ABEM board certified/eligible preferred
• Previous clinical leadership experience preferred
• Current ACLS, ATLS and PALS
• Texas medical license or ability to obtain

Life in Kyle, Texas
Located along the I-35 corridor between Austin and San Marcos, Kyle offers a growing community with plenty to enjoy close to home. Spend your days off fishing or exploring the trails at Lake Kyle, playing a round of golf at Plum Creek, or enjoying local restaurants and events in historic downtown Kyle, known as the Pie Capital of Texas. Enjoy the best of Central Texas without having to live in the heart of Austin!

Help shape the future of emergency care in Kyle. Lead our newest St. David’s emergency department from day one – apply today!

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Benefits

- Just 20 miles south of downtown Austin
- No state income tax in Texas
- Predictable 12-hour shifts
- Monthly FMD administrative stipend and quality bonus opportunities
- Access to leadership training, mentorship, and professional development resources, including TeamHealth's National Medical Leadership Conference (NMLC), where physician leaders gather annually to collaborate, share best practices, and discuss healthcare and business strategies
- 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
- Practice with confidence as a member of TeamHealth's national Patient Safety Organization

About the City

The city of Kyle is one of the fastest growing cities in the country and is located in the heart of the state's economic center. A community committed to becoming a leader in how to innovate while preserving its unique quality of life and small-town atmosphere, Kyle is close to Austin and San Antonio.

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