Cardiology - Physician

Medical Director – Advanced Heart Failure

Location:

University Health, San Antonio, TX
Position Type:  Full-time, Employed (W2)
University Health seeks an accomplished
Medical Director of Advanced Heart Failure    to lead the growth and excellence of our expanding heart failure program. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of advanced cardiovascular care in South Texas.
Role Highlights:
Provide clinical and strategic leadership for a comprehensive advanced heart failure program.
Oversee outpatient and inpatient services, advanced therapies (LVAD, ECMO), and the development of future transplant capabilities.
Lead multidisciplinary teams focused on improving outcomes and reducing readmissions.
Partner with system leaders to expand regional referral networks and establish University Health as a center of excellence.

Qualifications:

MD or DO with Board Certification in Cardiovascular Disease and Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology.
Minimum 5 years of advanced HF experience, including LVAD or transplant care.
Proven leadership in program development, quality improvement, and team building.
University Health Highlights
700+ bed University Hospital with 6 state-of-the-art cath labs and a dedicated CVICU.
Expanding system with new community hospitals and outpatient cardiac centers opening in 2026–2027.
UMA and University Health are proud to offer the following:
Competitive total compensation package with incentive programs
Relocation Expense Reimbursement
Internal Loan Repayment Program not limited to HPSA shortage areas
Annual Professional Business Expense Allowance & CME Days
Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan w/ 100% Employer Match
Additional retirement plan with employer match
Generous Paid-Time-Off benefit
Affordable Medical Insurance/Benefits
Employer-paid Occurrence Malpractice Insurance
Mentoring programs and regular provider meetings foster a supportive and collaborative environment
Opportunities to clinically teach medical students and residents
All the amenities of a large metropolitan area with great public and private schools
No State Tax
Join a health system committed to innovation, collaboration, and exceptional patient-centered care. Shape a program that will transform the future of heart failure management in our region.
Highly qualified and committed physicians are encouraged to send their CV to Amy Hensz  . We provide sponsorship for H1B Visas.
University Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.