Faculty Instructor - Pediatric Cardiac Surgery

Faculty Instructor - Pediatric Cardiac Surgery

College/School/Unit: Dell Medical School

Department: Surgery and Perioperative Care

Posted: Oct 21, 2022

Apply By: Open until filled

The University of Texas at Austin, through Dell Medical School, pursues innovation in the redesign of healthcare delivery, excellence in healthcare research, and programs in interdisciplinary and inter-professional education. The Dell Medical School is the fifth medical school in the UT System and the first medical school established in nearly five decades by a member of the Association of American Universities.

The Dell Medical School is collaborating with Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas (DCMCCT) to launch the Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease. Dell Children’s Medical Center and Dell Medical School invite qualified candidates for a one- or two-year faculty instructor position in pediatric cardiac surgery. Under the direction of Dr. Charles Fraser Jr., this initiative offers the opportunity to work with internationally recognized physician leaders.

Candidates will possess experience in caring for children with complex congenital and acquired heart disease. Qualified candidates should also have completed an AGME-accredited cardiothoracic residency program or an international equivalent. Primary responsibilities will include provision of direct care to patients prior to, during, and after cardiac surgery. The candidate will be looking to advance knowledge in congenital heart surgery and patient care management.

A successful candidate will have a faculty appointment within the Department of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery at Dell Medical School and will participate in educational activities with medical students and residents. Opportunities for collaboration with medical and adjunct specialties will be encouraged to pursue innovative program development and clinical research initiatives.

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We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package that is well rounded and competitive, making it desirable for individuals with excellent clinical skills, a passion for education, and potential for scholarly contributions to join a dynamic department in an innovative and growing medical school.

Qualifications

Required:

• Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited cardiothoracic residency program or international equivalent.
• Meets applicable credentialing and privileging standards for his/her specialty.
• Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Texas (or the ability to obtain one prior to appointment), or completion of all steps of the United States Medical License Exam (USMLE) prior to starting the position.
• Eligible for faculty appointment in the Department of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery.
• Must be an innovative self-starter with a commitment to excellence.

Interested and qualified candidates should complete the required application form and submit their most up to date resume online.

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