Vascular Surgeon

The University of Texas at Austin is a leading research university. Dell Medical School aims to redesign healthcare delivery, advance healthcare research, and support interdisciplinary education. It is the fifth medical school in the UT System and the first 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 defining the future of health. Planned and underway since August 2023, UT Medical Center will position Austin as a premier healthcare destination with two new hospitals and the combined expertise of UT and MD Anderson, delivering integrated, world-class care in academic medicine.

The Dell Medical School is interested in qualified candidates who contribute to excellence within the health learning system.

About The Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery

The Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery at Dell Medical School provides exceptional cardiovascular and thoracic care in Central Texas and beyond. Through collaborative research with The University of Texas at Austin and training programs for aspiring surgeons, the department defines the future of cardiovascular care. The faculty includes board-certified surgeons and national leaders in surgery who treat a wide range of complex heart and vascular diseases.

About The Vascular Surgeon Position

The Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery at The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School seeks a full-time vascular surgeon at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level to join our Division of Vascular Surgery. Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in Vascular Surgery and must have completed an accredited vascular surgery fellowship or integrated residency.

The selected candidate will join our expanding Vascular Surgery Division and will have the opportunity to engage in a robust clinical practice covering the full spectrum of vascular diseases, including complex aortic interventions, limb-salvage procedures, and comprehensive care for venous disorders. The role includes significant involvement in medical student education and general surgery resident training, with active participation in GME activities expected.

Essential Functions

• Provide comprehensive vascular care, including open and endovascular procedures across a diverse clinical system (Dell Seton Medical Center – Level I trauma center, Ascension Seton Medical Center, two suburban Level II trauma hospitals with busy vascular surgery practices, and Dell Children's Hospital).
• Deliver high-quality clinical care, participate in on-call coverage, staff outpatient clinics, manage perioperative patients, and respond to daily consultation requests.
• Actively contribute to the education of medical students and general surgery residents.
• Engage in clinical research, quality improvement, and scholarly activities.
• Promote an environment of scientific inquiry by collaborating with trainees, researchers, and multidisciplinary colleagues within the Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.
• Build and strengthen partnerships with referring physicians, hospitals, and ancillary care providers in Austin and Central Texas.
• Assist in developing data and evaluation infrastructure to routinely assess clinical quality metrics and patient outcomes.
• Participate fully in departmental activities and comply with all departmental policies and expectations.

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Why Join Our Team

We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package that is well rounded and competitive, suited 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
• Current Board certification in Vascular Surgery (or board eligible)
• Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Texas (or the ability to obtain prior to appointment)
• 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
• Eligible for appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank in the Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery at Dell Medical School, UT Austin

Preferred:

• Experience delivering care through a multidisciplinary team; interest in driving scientific inquiry and clinical/translational research

Application Instructions

Interested and qualified candidates should complete the required application and submit a current CV.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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

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