Description
UT Southwestern Medical Center | Dallas, TX
UT Southwestern is the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth and ranks among the top 50 hospitals nationally in 12 specialties ranging from brain to heart to cancer care – the most of any hospital in Texas, according to U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Hospitals rankings in the 2025 report, with nine specialties ranked in the top 25 nationally.
The Division of Cardiology at UT Southwestern Medical Center is a nationally recognized leader in cardiovascular care, research, and education. Its expert faculty deliver advanced, multidisciplinary care across all cardiac specialties while driving innovation through clinical trials and translational research. The division is equally committed to training future leaders in cardiology and achieving outstanding patient outcomes.
Job Summary
The Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiology at UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Section Head of Advanced Heart Failure/LVAD/Transplant, who will also serve as the Medical Director of the Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) and Heart Transplantation Program.
This individual will provide strategic, clinical, and academic leadership for one of the institution's most advanced and high-acuity cardiovascular programs. The Section Head will lead the continued growth and development of the Advanced Heart Failure program, fostering excellence in patient care, education, research, and multidisciplinary collaboration across heart failure, mechanical circulatory support, and cardiac transplantation.
This role offers an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished academic cardiologist to assume a major leadership position, with meaningful involvement in clinical care, education, and translational research within a premier academic medical center. The successful candidate will help shape the future direction of the program while supporting the Division's missions of clinical excellence, innovation, and academic achievement.
Position Highlights
- Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the Advanced Heart Failure, LVAD, and Cardiac Transplant program
- Oversee high-acuity clinical operations related to advanced heart failure therapies, including mechanical circulatory support and transplant care
- Maintain an active clinical practice focused on advanced heart failure, VAD, and transplant patients
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including cardiac surgery, critical care, and transplant services
- Lead faculty recruitment, mentorship, and professional development within the section
- Support and expand educational programs for fellows, residents, and medical students
- Promote a culture of academic excellence, innovation, and continuous quality improvement
- Foster clinical, translational, and outcomes-based research initiatives within advanced heart failure and transplantation
- Represent the program within institutional leadership and national transplant and heart failure communities
Qualifications
- M.D. or equivalent degree from an approved LCME-accredited medical school
- Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease
- Board Certified in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
- Eligible for Texas medical licensure
- Demonstrated expertise in the management of advanced heart failure, VAD therapy, and cardiac transplantation
Compensation & Benefits
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
- Paid Time Off available day one
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- Two types of retirement programs, including a lifetime annuity pension plan with substantial employer match contribution
Requirements
Dallas, Texas
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.
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
P: 972-823-9675
Email: megan.davis@utsouthwestern.edu
