Division Chief- Transplantation & Mechanical Circulatory Support

Division Chief- Transplantation & Mechanical Circulatory Support
UT Southwestern Medical Center | Dallas, TX

UT Southwestern Medical Center is the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth for the ninth consecutive year and ranks among the nation's top hospitals for care in 12 specialties – the most in Texas, according to U.S. News & World Report. Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center is one of the nation's leading programs, with more than 600 open-heart procedures and more than 500 thoracic procedures performed each year. Our surgeons are continuously involved in clinical and basic science research and are dedicated to finding new therapies that will safely and effectively improve our patients' quality of life. Educating and training tomorrow's cardiothoracic surgeons to be the best in every regard is one of our top priorities.

Job Summary

The Department of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Division Chief, Transplantation and Mechanical Circulatory Support to lead our efforts in surgical treatment of advanced heart and lung failure. This individual will oversee the already robust programs that include heart transplantation, lung transplantation and mechanical circulatory support. This Division Chief role has considerable opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration in clinical, research and educational missions.

Position Highlights

• Join one of the nation’s top academic programs for cardiac surgery, transplantation, and mechanical circulatory support
• Practice alongside a high-acuity program with expertise in heart and lung transplantation and advanced mechanical circulatory support (ECMO, VADs)
• Opportunity for an experienced surgeon-leader with deep academic and programmatic leadership experience
• Partner closely with health system leadership, with meaningful involvement in financial strategy and operational management for complex surgical services
• Engage in and advance scholarly activity, including clinical research and peer-reviewed publication

Ideal Experience

• Minimum 10 years of clinical experience in cardiac surgery, including heart and lung transplantation.
• Demonstrated expertise in mechanical circulatory support technologies (ECMO, VADs).
• Accomplished cardiac surgeon with a strong record of high-quality outcomes and a commitment to patient-centered care.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop faculty while fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement within an academic medical center.
• Works effectively with cardiology, pulmonary medicine, critical care, anesthesia, and other key stakeholders to advance an integrated, multidisciplinary cardiac program.
• Comfortable operating within a service line structure, partnering with administrative and clinical leaders to support program growth, quality initiatives, and operational alignment.
• Experience or strong interest in education and research, with the ability to support trainee education and contribute to scholarly activity.
• Opportunity to shape the future of the Adult Cardiac Surgery program through strategic planning, recruitment, and innovation.

Qualifications

• M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited institution
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Thoracic Surgery Fellowship
• Board-Certified by American Board of Thoracic Surgery
• Eligible for Texas medical licensure
• Strong commitment to clinical excellence, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

About Dallas, TX

Dallas, Texas is a vibrant, fast-growing metro of over 7.5 million residents, known for its strong economy, diverse neighborhoods, and thriving arts, dining, and entertainment scenes. The region is home to six major professional sports teams. From walkable urban living in Downtown and Uptown to family-friendly suburban communities, abundant parks, cultural attractions, and year-round activities, Dallas offers an exceptional quality of life for professionals and families alike.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive rank and base salary commensurate with experience and an outstanding benefit package
• Allowance for educational and academic pursuits (society dues, books, travel to meetings, license renewal)
• Relocation assistance available
• Two types of retirement programs, including a lifetime annuity pension plan with a substantial employer match contribution

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Contact:

Dustin Floyd

Clinical Physician Recruiter, Talent Acquisition

Office of Human Resources

UT Southwestern Medical Center

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