Division Chief - Adult Cardiac Surgery

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 of Adult Cardiac Surgery to lead our cardiac surgery programs. This individual will oversee established services in coronary, valve, and aortic surgery, as well as specialized programs in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, CTEPH, adult congenital heart surgery, and surgical electrophysiology. The role offers significant opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration across clinical, research, and educational missions.

Position Highlights

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all Adult Cardiac Surgery programs
• Direct and expand established services including coronary, valve, and aortic surgery
• Oversee and support specialized programs such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, CTEPH, adult congenital heart surgery, and surgical electrophysiology
• Foster strong multidisciplinary collaboration across clinical, research, and educational missions
• Promote excellence in patient care, quality outcomes, and program growth
• Support faculty development, mentorship, and recruitment within the division
• Guide research initiatives and encourage innovation in cardiac surgical care
• Partner with institutional leaders to advance strategic goals for the cardiac surgery service line

Ideal Experience

Extensive experience in Adult Cardiac Surgery, including:

• Coronary artery surgery for advanced coronary disease
• Valve surgery (repair and replacement) using conventional and minimally invasive techniques
• Aortic surgery, including aneurysm and dissection repair with open and endovascular approaches
• Surgical electrophysiology for complex arrhythmia management
• Treatment of chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) and other advanced pulmonary vascular conditions
• Deep understanding of perioperative care for high-risk cardiac patients

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:

Megan Davis

Clinical Physician Recruiter, Talent Acquisition 

Office of Human Resources 

UT Southwestern Medical Center 

Email: Megan.Davis@utsouthwestern.edu