The Department of Plastic Surgery at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, invites applications for a faculty physician with an interest in pediatric hand and microsurgery as well as hand surgery at the Veterans Administration. Specific duties include establishing a growing practice at Children’s Medical Center, Dallas as well as overseeing the plastic surgery and hand surgical practice at the Dallas VAMC. This position requires independently operating, and staffing of residents in major reconstructive surgical procedures. Other responsibilities include conducting outpatient clinics: participate in didactic sessions, seminars and rounds with plastic surgery residents, development of basic science and clinical research expertise and development of an academic practice.
Qualification
Applicants should have leadership, collaborative, and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to make important contributions to the field of plastic surgery, as well as the flexibility to meet the needs of a large and dynamic department. Candidates must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D., must be board certified or board eligible in Plastic Surgery and be eligible for Texas medical licensure.
Application Instructions
Qualified candidates should apply online and upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three (3) letters of reference addressed to the Chair of the Department of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Jeffrey Kenkel.
For questions or assistance please contact Stacy Beard via email Stacy.Beard@utsouthwestern.edu.
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.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/
