Supportive Palliative Care Physician - Greater Austin Region

Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH) is seeking a full-time Supportive Palliative Care Physician, fellowship trained in hospice and palliative care, to join our outstanding care program to support BSW Medical Center- Marble Falls and Lakeway.

About the Role:

Increased volumes across the Hill Country implicates the need for growth and service. The Physician will be supported by 1 MD, 4 APPs, 1 RN, 1 LVN, and  comprehensive administrative support.

This is a full-time employed career opportunity with a generous benefits package that offers work-life stability, a competitive salary, productivity bonus, moving allowance, and no state income tax.

The ideal candidate should be fellowship trained in hospice and palliative care; personable, approachable, and have the ability to display empathy. Ability to collaborate and support APPs at multiple locations (Marble Falls and Lakeway). 

Benefits - Our competitive benefits package includes the following:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• Retirement Savings:
  • 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
  • 457(f) savings plan with 3% employer contribution.
  • Additional plans available: 457 (b) and 403 (b).
  • You become 100% vested in our matching contributions and any related earnings after completing three years of service. 
• CME reimbursement and paid licensures & dues. 
• Time off : You are eligible for Practicing Physician Time Off (PPTO) which allows time off for vacations and personal time. You also receive holidays and sick time, but this time is not deducted from your available days and paid as regular salary. 
• Excellent Relocation Assistance packages

About the Hill Country (Lakeway and Marble Falls, Texas): 

Lakeway:

BSW Medical Center Lakeway is a 106-bed, full-service hospital, providing a wide network of medical expertise and resources. This facility has Magnet® Recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center for excellence in nursing. The hospital is distinguished as one of the largest employers in the area. Our 15 local clinics offer a range of outpatient services to Lakeway and the surrounding communities. 

Live the lake lifestyle year round in lush Lakeway, situated about 25 miles west of Downtown Austin along the southern shores of Lake Travis. Once a secluded area for retirees, Lakeway is now draw for families that want to live, work and play in a resort-style community.

New housing developments and a well-performing school district have grown this Lake Travis into a home for many families. The small community makes it an ideal contrast to busy Austin. 

With 300 days of sunshine and a lake 65 miles long, Lakeway is an outdoor lover's dream. Water ski, boat or scuba dive in Lake Travis or hike and bike among the area's nearly 500 acres of green space. 

Marble Falls: 

BSW Medical Center - Marble Falls is equipped with 46 beds, a Level IV Trauma Center and  Level II Maternal Designation. The facility has achieved the American Nurses Credentialing Center Pathway to Excellence Designation. With over 202,000 clinic visits annually, our 10 local clinics comprise seven rural health clinics, two specialty clinics and one outpatient PT clinic serving Marble Falls, Horseshoe Bay, Burnet, Johnson City, Kingsland, Llano and San Saba. Our physicians and providers offer a range of healthcare services to provide an optimal patient experience from birth to adulthood.

Nestled within the Texas Hill Country, Marble Falls offers the small-town feel where everyone knows your name and the ability to raise a family in a tight-knit community. Enjoy the suburban life or lake living only 30 minutes away from Austin. 

Enjoy your free time picking berries or having fun by the lake, just some of the many  activities you'll find in the Texas Hill Country. From adventure parks to wineries to wildlife preserves, you will never run out of activities to do in the Texas Hill Country. Hill Country offers a close community with a lower cost of living than the national average, ensuring a better quality of life.

Baylor Scott & White Health: 

Baylor Scott and White Health (BSWH) is the largest not-for-profit health care system in the State of Texas and one of the largest in the United States. Serving a large and diverse population across North and Central Texas. BSWH has the vision and resources to provide its patients continued quality care while creating a model system for a dramatically changing health care environment. Baylor Scott & White Health includes 52 hospitals, more than 900 patient care access points, more than 7,100 affiliated physicians, 52,000 plus employees.  

Joining the Baylor Scott & White Health team of medical professionals is a calling that is both fulfilling and rewarding. Our culture thrives in a physician-led spirit of excellence. Becoming a member of our multidisciplinary team grants you access to collegiality, innovation and advanced resources in technology. 

• U.S. News & World Report ranks Baylor Scott & White Health hospitals amongst Texas' Top 10.    
• National and regional recognition of our hospitals by U.S. News & World Report is a reflection of our talent and commitment to advanced quality care that is safe and humane.
• Five of our hospitals made Healthgrades’ America’s 250 Best Hospitals list, indicating they are in the top 5% in the nation for overall clinical excellence.

Qualifications:

• Doctorate Degree in Medicine
• Licensed to Practice Medicine in the state of Texas by the Texas Medical Board
• Where Applicable- Employee shall be currently board certified in his or her specialty or demonstrate active pursuit of board certification as defined by the appropriate specialty board of the American Board of Medical Specialties or the Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists

 Preferred Qualifications: 

• We are looking for a dedicated team player with a favorable work/ training history.
• The ideal candidate should be focused on quality, and be able to effectively partner with referring physicians, agencies and other professionals to provide optimum patient care within our award-winning integrated health care system.
• Fellowship trained in Hospice and Palliative Care.
• Experienced Palliative Care Physicians and Fellows encouraged to apply

Interested candidates can send their CV and inquiries to Robyn Faleafine, Sr. Physician Recruiter at Robyn.Faleafine@Bswhealth.org.