UTSW Plastic Surgery Breast Reconstruction Faculty
Location: Dallas, TX
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Job Number: 685106
Category: Faculty and Physicians
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Responsibilities
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 breast reconstructive procedures, as well as research, clinical patient care and education. The primary responsibility for the position will be participating in the care of patients at the University Hospitals as well as work with the Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center. The Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center is the first and only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center in North Texas. Additional responsibilities include participation in didactic sessions, seminars and rounds with plastic surgery residents and medical students. Opportunities to develop clinical research expertise exist.
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. This position requires fellowship training in reconstructive microsurgery. 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. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
Qualified candidates should apply online and upload or send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three (3) letters of reference to the Chair of the Department of Plastic Surgery:
Contact: Jeffrey Kenkel, M.D., Professor and Chair
Department of Plastic Surgery
1801 Inwood
Dallas, TX 75390-9132
Danielle.Upton@utsouthwestern.edu
To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify. For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
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.
Benefits
Benefits
- UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- 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
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
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