**Details** + **Specialty:** Family Medicine + **Schedule:** Full-time + **Practice Detail:** Health Clinic + **EMR System:** Athena + **Facility:** Ascension Seton Luling Health Cente **r** + **Location:** Lockhart, Texas This job location is currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Under-served Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Destination Type. **Benefits** + **Comprehensive health coverage:** medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options + **Financial security & retirement:** employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance + **Time to recharge:** pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays + **Career growth:** Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning + **Emotional well-being:** Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources + **Family support:** parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits + **Other benefits:** optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more _Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process._ **Responsibilities** Ascension Seton is looking for a Board Certified/Board Eligible Family Medicine physician for our Ascension Seton Luling Health Center. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with Ascension Seton to provide medical services to patients. **Position Highlights:** + Luling is located about 40 miles east of Austin + Lots of growth in area due to proximity to Tesla Factory and Samsung + High demand for Primary Care providers in area + Specialists are available to the provider due to the vast resources of Ascension Texas. Smithville has cardiology, general surgery and orthopedics on site each week **Responsibilities:** + Provide medical services to patients in an assigned area. + Evaluate and treat patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. + Recommend, participate in, and work to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients. + Participate in academic programs (eg medical education and research) as requested. + Provide appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements. Appeal all denials in a timely manner. + Opportunity to participate in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules. **About Ascension Seton:** + As a member of Ascension Seton, our physicians join a large community of providers who are called to deliver compassionate, personalized care for all persons, especially those who are struggling or affected by poverty. + We share best practices and knowledge across our smart network as a member of the largest nonprofit provider of care in the country. + Ascension Seton includes more than 100 clinical locations, including four teaching hospitals which serve as training sites for Dell Medical School at The University of Texas. + Dell Children’s, part of Ascension Seton in Austin, TX is a world-class pediatric center with its own Level I trauma center and only Level IV NICU in Texas. **About Lufkin, TX** + Ideal Central Texas Location: Perfectly positioned between Austin and San Antonio—enjoy small-town life with quick access to two of Texas’s most dynamic metro areas. + Affordable Cost of Living: Housing, groceries, and daily expenses are far below Austin or San Antonio, allowing your income to stretch much further. + Charming Small-Town Feel: Known for its friendly residents, safe neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community pride. + Historic & Cultural Character: Luling is famous for its Watermelon Thump Festival, colorful downtown murals, and Texas heritage charm. + Outdoor & Recreational Opportunities: Close to the San Marcos River, Palmetto State Park, and scenic countryside—ideal for kayaking, camping, fishing, and hiking. + Short Commutes & Easy Living: Minimal traffic, no long drives, and a laid-back pace that lets you truly enjoy life outside of work. + Rapid Growth Region: Located in one of the fastest-growing corridors in Texas, offering both stability and future opportunity. + Strong Sense of Community: Locals value relationships, service, and supporting one another—great for families and professionals looking for belonging. + Access to Top Amenities: Less than an hour from major shopping, dining, and entertainment in San Marcos, Austin, and New Braunfels. + Work-Life Balance: A slower pace, scenic setting, and tight-knit environment make it easy to recharge after work **About Ascension Medical Group** Ascension Medical Group is a clinician-led provider organization focused on delivering high-quality health outcomes and an exceptional patient experience. With 2,000 sites of care and 7,600 providers, physicians and advanced practice providers have the opportunity to collaborate with clinicians across one of the largest healthcare provider networks in the U.S. When you join our team, you'll benefit from competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, innovative technology and countless opportunities for growth. **Requirements** Licensure / Certification / Registration: + Licensed Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Texas Medical Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Education: + Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required. **Additional Preferences** No additional preferences **Why Join Our Team** 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. 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