Program Coordinator – Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Department

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

JOB SUMMARY
The Program Coordinator supports the Division Chief in Thoracic Surgery the strategic planning, coordination, and execution of program initiatives. This role plays a key part in driving program growth and enhancing outreach efforts by developing effective engagement strategies and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The Program Coordinator leverages strong operational and administrative skills to manage day‑to‑day program functions, ensure smooth workflows, and support informed and timely decision‑making.

This position requires a high level of independence, professionalism, and sound judgment. The Coordinator oversees project timelines, collaborates with vendors and partners, and ensures that program activities align with organizational goals. Experience in project management, stakeholder coordination, and process improvement is essential to success in this role.

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
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Bachelor’s Degree In Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Education/Social Science, or related field 
   

• Experience
  5 years Experience in appropriate field or 
  May consider additional years of experience in lieu of education. 
   

Preferred

• Education
  Master’s Degree 
   

• Experience
  Previous Experience with Project Management or Project Coordination 

  Experience with Visio is highly preferred 

  Previous experience with EPIC 

  Previous call scheduling experience

  Previous Experience organizing conferences or symposiums 

  Previous experience arranging travel for guests and / or speakers 

  Previous experience supporting management and / or C-Suite 

JOB DUTIES

• Analyzes, coordinates, and evaluates program operation and procedures.
• Develops or oversees development of budget for program.
• Develops, cultivates, and maintains working relationships with internal/external departments/agencies and other organizations associated with and/or receiving benefit from program.
• Establishes program goals and objectives and directs program evaluation and quality control activities; develops and/or approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals.
• Plans and coordinates special events. Participates in conferences. Presents data and program information.
• Responsible for design, execution, and effectiveness of system of internal controls, which provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient, assets are safeguarded, and financial information is reliable.
• Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Reads literature and attends functions to keep abreast of relevant scientific and technical developments related to program.
• May provide supervision to staff members.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

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.