Pediatric Anesthesiologist — Healthy Peds Dental —Austin, TX

About the Practice

An established private practice in the greater Austin, Texas area is seeking a skilled, compassionate Anesthesiologist to join its specialized clinical team. The practice provides dedicated anesthesia services for outpatient Pediatric Dental procedures in a modern, child-friendly clinical setting. Working alongside experienced pediatric dentists and supportive clinical staff, the physician will deliver high-quality, patient-centered care focused on safety, efficiency, and positive pediatric outcomes.

Opportunity Highlights

This position offers exceptional flexibility with both full-time and part-time tracks available.

• Schedule: Daytime schedule with no call duties, no night shifts, and no weekend coverage.

• Part-Time Track: 3 days per week schedule.

• Focused Caseload: Dedicated to Pediatric Dental Anesthesia for healthy pediatric patients only (ASA 1 & 2).

• Direct Care Model: No CRNA supervision required—physicians administer and manage 100% of their own cases directly.

• Employment Flexibility: Both W2 and 1099 independent contractor options are fully supported.

• Compensation: Highly competitive salary structure.

Whether you are evaluating regional healthcare listings on state of Texas jobs platforms, exploring local practice opportunities via jobs in Austin Texas job boards, searching for local specialist roles using anesthesiologist near me tools, or analyzing regional market rates through Anesthesiologists salary surveys, this position pairs a predictable schedule with an incredible lifestyle in Central Texas.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer general anesthesia, deep sedation, and monitored anesthesia care (MAC) tailored specifically for pediatric dental procedures.

• Perform thorough pre-anesthetic history evaluations, physical assessments, and airway risk stratifications for pediatric patients.

• Manage total intraoperative anesthesia care, vital signs monitoring, and airway preservation independently (100% hands-on, no supervision required).

• Oversee immediate post-anesthetic recovery, ensuring young patients meet discharge criteria safely.

• Maintain active communication and rapport with pediatric patients and their parents or guardians.

• Complete accurate, timely, and compliant Electronic Health Record (EHR) documentation.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology.

• Completion of an accredited Anesthesiology Residency Program.

• Specialized experience or strong proficiency in pediatric anesthesia / pediatric dental anesthesia.

• Active, unrestricted Texas Medical License (or eligible to obtain prior to start).

• Active Federal DEA registration and Texas Controlled Substances registration.

• Active Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications.

Lifestyle & Location: Austin, Texas

Living and practicing in Austin offers a world-class combination of outdoor recreation, vibrant culture, and top-tier community amenities.

• Outdoor Recreation: Enjoy year-round sunshine on Lady Bird Lake, Lake Travis, and Barton Springs Pool, alongside extensive hiking and biking trails along the Barton Creek Greenbelt.

• Culture & Music: Known as the "Live Music Capital of the World," Austin features legendary music venues, world-renowned festivals (SXSW, ACL Festival), and an award-winning culinary scene.

• Tax & Family Advantages: Benefit from Texas having no state income tax, combined with nationally ranked school districts, thriving suburban communities, and a high quality of life.

Compensation & Contract Details

• Salary: Highly competitive salary

• Employment Track Options: Full-time or Part-time (3 days per week)

• Contract Structure Options: Choice between W2 employment (with benefits package) or 1099 independent contractor status

• Schedule: Daytime hours only (No call, no nights, no weekends)

To Apply

Qualified Anesthesiologists with pediatric expertise are invited to submit their CV for confidential consideration. Please indicate your preferred work track (full-time or part-time) and contract status (W2 or 1099) when applying.