Adult Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Description

About Dell Medical School:
Dell Medical School is part of the University of Texas at Austin, a leading research university, focusing on redesigning healthcare delivery, excellence in research, and interdisciplinary education. It is the first medical school established in nearly five decades by a member of the Association of American Universities.

The University of Texas Medical Center, anchored by Dell Medical School, is creating a premier health care destination with two new state‑of‑the‑art hospitals and research expertise. Dell Medical School seeks qualified candidates who contribute to excellence within the health learning system.

The department provides exceptional cardiovascular and thoracic care in Central Texas and beyond. Through collaborative research and training programs, it aims to define the future of cardiovascular care and educates aspiring surgeons.

The Dell Medical School, in partnership with Ascension Texas, seeks a skilled and dedicated Cardiothoracic Surgeon. Candidates must be fellowship trained and board certified (or eligible within five years) by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. The role requires excellent clinical skills, passion for education, scholarly potential, and commitment to excellence in an innovative medical school.

• Provision of clinical care to patients with cardiovascular disease as part of a multidisciplinary surgical team.
• Medical student and resident education.
• Participation in clinical, health services, translational, or basic science research.
• Integration into a multidisciplinary team with a passion for quality, innovation, and teamwork, including training and mentoring of students and residents.
• Active participation in the academic department following all required departmental policies.
• Integration of an equity framework of health and health care into all aspects of medical education, clinical care, research, and community impact.

• Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
• Meets applicable credentialing and privileging standards for the specialty.
• Unrestricted license to practice medicine in Texas (or ability to obtain it before appointment).
• Fellowship‑trained and board certified (or eligible within five years) by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary academic environment.
• Outstanding clinical teaching skills.
• Innovative self‑starter with a commitment to excellence.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Eligibility for appointment as Assistant, Associate, or Professor in the Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery at Dell Medical School.

• Experience managing and delivering care through a multidisciplinary team.
• Familiarity and experience with value‑based healthcare payment and delivery models.
• Proven track record of academic accomplishment.
• Interest in minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery.

The University of Texas at Austin is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non‑discrimination. The University is committed to equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs, and admissions.