Surgeon Development Specialist
Listed compensation
$54k-$62k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Job Details:
Job Location: Austin, TX - TX, Salary Range: $54000.00 - $62000.00Salary/year, Position Summary The Surgeon Development Specialist is responsible for coordinating surgeon education and engagement initiatives, including training programs, onboarding, and feedback collection, ensuring high-quality experiences and compliance with clinical standards. This role supports surgeons, internal teams, and external partners and contributes to the organization’s mission of fostering strong clinical relationships through education, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities Support the leadership and team in executing outreach and engagement initiatives. Coordinate and facilitate educational programs, webinars, and hands-on training sessions for surgeons. Manage scheduling, registration, and logistics for development activities.
Attend industry events and represent the organization in professional forums as needed. Assist with onboarding of new surgeons. Ensure compliance with internal policies, clinical standards, and continuing education requirements. Assist in developing and distributing educational materials and communications.
Maintain and update the database of surgeon interactions and development milestones. Collect and monitor surgeon feedback and satisfaction metrics; recommend improvements. Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners.
Collaborate with marketing and clinical teams to promote services and innovations. Serve as a liaison between surgeons and internal teams to address development needs. Identify opportunities for partnership and clinical collaboration under the guidance of leadership.
Expectations Demonstrate advanced knowledge and technical skills in assigned area of specialty. Perform work with accuracy, consistency, and sound professional judgment. Prioritize tasks effectively and meet established deadlines with minimal supervision.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and experience of those we serve. Communicate complex information clearly and appropriately for the intended audience. Collaborate with team members and other departments to achieve shared goals. Take ownership of assigned projects and follow through to completion.
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all organizational policies and compliance standards. Exhibit adaptability when priorities or procedures change, maintaining a positive and solution-focused attitude. Demonstrate commitment to the organization's mission, values, and culture of respect and service.
Engage in professional development to maintain knowledge and support continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
The Surgeon Development Specialist coordinates surgeon education, training programs, and onboarding initiatives to ensure clinical compliance and engagement. They act as a liaison between surgeons and internal teams while managing logistics for development activities and monitoring feedback metrics.
Requirements
Candidates should have at least three years of experience and an associate's degree in a related field. Proficiency in office software, strong analytical skills, and the ability to travel frequently are required for this role.
Qualifications
- Education
- Associate degree
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Surgery — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 94% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Surgery median $275k (middle half $275k–$650k)19 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Texas index 97.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Surgery listings in Texas | 115 active | 1,214 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 94% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas Physician listings: 20% state a sign-on bonus (median $75k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Surgery hiring demand | #4 of 28 specialties | postings stay open a median 40 days · 40% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 604 postings, 152 closed |
| New Surgery listings | 741 in the last 30 days | 497 the 30 days before (+49%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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