Where clinical excellence meets community impact | Central Health, Austin TX | Transitions of Care Physician and Lead

Transitions of Care Physician and Lead

Central Health | Austin, Texas

Lead with purpose. Transform lives. Strengthen our community.

Are you a physician who believes healthcare should extend beyond the walls of a hospital or clinic? Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families while helping shape a healthier Central Texas community?

Central Health is seeking a passionate, mission-driven Transitions of Care Physician and Lead Physician to help improve health outcomes, close gaps in care, and ensure that patients receive the right care, at the right time, in the right setting.

This is an opportunity to combine clinical excellence, physician leadership, and community impact in a role where your work truly matters.

Make a Difference Beyond the Exam Room

At Central Health, our mission is rooted in improving the health of our community by providing access to high-quality, compassionate, and equitable healthcare.

As the Transitions of Care Physician or Lead Physician, you will play a critical role in helping patients navigate some of their most vulnerable moments, particularly as they transition from hospital care to outpatient and community-based services.

You will help build bridges between healthcare providers, patients, families, and community resources, ensuring smoother transitions, fewer barriers, and better long-term outcomes.

Your impact will reach far beyond individual patient encounters. You will help strengthen the healthcare system and make a lasting difference for the people and communities who need it most.

What you'll do

• Provide clinical leadership and oversight for transitions of care initiatives.
• Support coordinated, patient-centered care across hospital, primary care, specialty care, and community settings.
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams to reduce avoidable readmissions, improve continuity of care, and address barriers to accessing services.
• Champion evidence-based practices and innovative approaches to care coordination.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, care managers, and community partners to improve patient outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, clinical quality, and the overall patient experience.
• Serve as a physician leader, mentor, and advocate for equitable, accessible healthcare.

Why join Central Health?

Make a meaningful community impact

Be part of an organization committed to improving healthcare access and outcomes for Central Texans. Your leadership will help individuals and families navigate the healthcare system with greater confidence, dignity, and support.

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

We recognize that exceptional physicians deserve exceptional support. Central Health offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and future. Benefits include health and wellness coverage, retirement planning, paid time off, and additional employee resources, subject to applicable plan provisions.

Work-life balance that matters

Make an impact without sacrificing the things that matter outside of work. We value a sustainable approach to healthcare leadership and recognize the importance of personal well-being, flexibility, and time to recharge.

Purpose-driven physician leadership

Bring your clinical expertise and leadership perspective to an organization where collaboration, innovation, and community service are central to the mission. Help influence care delivery and shape programs that make a measurable difference.

A mission worth being part of

At Central Health, healthcare is more than a profession—it's an opportunity to change lives. Join colleagues who are passionate about serving others and creating a healthier, more equitable community.

What we're looking for

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification or eligibility in an appropriate medical specialty.
• Active or eligible Texas medical license.
• Experience in transitions of care, hospital medicine, population health, care coordination, or a related clinical leadership role.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• A passion for improving healthcare access, quality, and outcomes for underserved populations.
• The ability to inspire teams, drive improvement, and lead with compassion.

Your next chapter can make a difference.

Imagine ending each day knowing your work helped someone avoid an unnecessary hospital stay, connect with a primary care physician, access needed resources, or feel supported during a challenging healthcare journey.

That's the difference you can make at Central Health.

Bring your expertise. Lead with compassion. Make an impact that matters.

Join Central Health in building a healthier future for Austin and Travis County.

Apply today and be part of something bigger.